Serving 311 students in grades 6-8, Moorefield 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 39% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% 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: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Moorefield Middle School serves the west part of its school district in Moorefield, WV, covering an area of approximately 326.6 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 22.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Moorefield Middle School's student population of 311 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
311 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Moorefield 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 Moorefield Middle School is 0.40, 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
#184 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
14%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moorefield Middle School's ranking?
Moorefield Middle School is ranked #184 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Moorefield Middle School often compared to?
Moorefield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Hardy Elementary School, Doddridge County Middle School, Summersville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Moorefield Middle School?
311 students attend Moorefield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Moorefield Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moorefield Middle School?
Moorefield Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Moorefield Middle School offer ?
Moorefield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Moorefield Middle School part of?
Moorefield Middle School is part of Hardy County Schools.
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