Serving 446 students in grades 6-8, Hamilton Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hamilton Junior High School serves the eastern part of Parkersburg, WV, covering an attendance zone of approximately 114.2 square miles. Families living within this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with distances to the zone's edges averaging around 12.4 miles, extending up to 15.1 miles at the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamilton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hamilton Middle School's student population of 446 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
446 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hamilton Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Middle School is 0.19, 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
#180 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamilton Middle School's ranking?
Hamilton Middle School is ranked #180 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Hamilton Middle School often compared to?
Hamilton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blennerhassett Middle School, Edison Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Middle School?
446 students attend Hamilton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hamilton Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamilton Middle School?
Hamilton Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hamilton Middle School offer ?
Hamilton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hamilton Middle School part of?
Hamilton Middle School is part of Wood County Schools.
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