Serving 601 students in grades 6-8, Huntington 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 28% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Huntington Middle School serves the west part of Huntington, WV, covering an area of approximately 14.2 square miles. Most students typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 5.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Huntington Middle School's student population of 601 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
601 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Huntington 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 Huntington Middle School is 0.49, 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
#402 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
12%
4%
White
69%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Huntington Middle School's ranking?
Huntington Middle School is ranked #402 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Huntington Middle School often compared to?
Huntington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huntington East Middle School, Milton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Huntington Middle School?
601 students attend Huntington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Huntington Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Huntington Middle School?
Huntington Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Huntington Middle School offer ?
Huntington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Huntington Middle School part of?
Huntington Middle School is part of Cabell County Schools.
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