Serving 190 students in grades 6-8, Guyan Valley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Guyon Valley Middle serves the west part of its school district in Branchland, WV, covering an area of approximately 131.7 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 13.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Guyan Valley Middle School's student population of 190 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
190 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Guyan Valley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Guyan Valley Middle School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#600 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
White
99%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Guyan Valley Middle School's ranking?
Guyan Valley Middle School is ranked #600 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Guyan Valley Middle School?
190 students attend Guyan Valley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Guyan Valley Middle School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Guyan Valley Middle School?
Guyan Valley Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Guyan Valley Middle School offer ?
Guyan Valley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Guyan Valley Middle School part of?
Guyan Valley Middle School is part of Lincoln County Schools.
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