Serving 575 students in grades 3-5, Mountain Ridge Intermediate 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 34% (which is equal to 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 17:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 3-5
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Ridge Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mountain Ridge Intermediate's student population of 575 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
575 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mountain Ridge Intermediate 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 Mountain Ridge Intermediate is 0.32, 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
#337 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 20-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 Mountain Ridge Intermediate's ranking?
Mountain Ridge Intermediate is ranked #337 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Mountain Ridge Intermediate often compared to?
Mountain Ridge Intermediateis often viewed alongside schools like Potomack Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% 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 Mountain Ridge Intermediate?
575 students attend Mountain Ridge Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Mountain Ridge Intermediate students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mountain Ridge Intermediate?
Mountain Ridge Intermediate has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mountain Ridge Intermediate offer ?
Mountain Ridge Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mountain Ridge Intermediate part of?
Mountain Ridge Intermediate is part of Berkeley County Schools.
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