Serving 550 students in grades 6-8, Harpers Ferry 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 43% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 550 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Harpers Ferry Middle School serves the southeast part of Harpers Ferry, WV, covering an area of approximately 48.5 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harpers Ferry Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Harpers Ferry Middle School's student population of 550 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
550 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Harpers Ferry 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 Harpers Ferry Middle School is 0.38, which is more 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
#144 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Harpers Ferry Middle School's ranking?
Harpers Ferry Middle School is ranked #144 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Harpers Ferry Middle School often compared to?
Harpers Ferry Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles Town Middle School, Shepherdstown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Harpers Ferry Middle School?
550 students attend Harpers Ferry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Harpers Ferry Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harpers Ferry Middle School?
Harpers Ferry Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harpers Ferry Middle School offer ?
Harpers Ferry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harpers Ferry Middle School part of?
Harpers Ferry Middle School is part of Jefferson County Schools.
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