Serving 628 students in grades 6-8, Musselman 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 20% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Musselman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Musselman Middle School's student population of 628 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Musselman Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Musselman Middle School is 0.42, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#414 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
9%
2%
Black
7%
4%
White
75%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Musselman Middle School's ranking?
Musselman Middle School is ranked #414 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Musselman Middle School often compared to?
Musselman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Musselman Middle School?
628 students attend Musselman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Musselman Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Musselman Middle School?
Musselman Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Musselman Middle School offer ?
Musselman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Musselman Middle School part of?
Musselman Middle School is part of Berkeley County Schools School District.
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