Serving 386 students in grades 6-8, Park Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Park Middle School's student population of 386 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Park Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Middle School is 0.35, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#109 out of 629 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
10%
4%
White
80%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Middle School's ranking?
Park Middle School is ranked #109 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Park Middle School often compared to?
Park Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beckley-stratton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Park Middle School?
386 students attend Park Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Park Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Middle School?
Park Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Park Middle School offer ?
Park Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Park Middle School part of?
Park Middle School is part of Raleigh County Schools School District.
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