Serving 244 students in grades 5-8, Philippi 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 14% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Philippi Middle School serves the west part of Philippi, WV, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 172.2 square miles. Families in this area can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges located about 9.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Philippi Middle School's student population of 244 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
244 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Philippi 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 Philippi Middle School is 0.15, which is less 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
#612 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-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 Philippi Middle School's ranking?
Philippi Middle School is ranked #612 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Philippi Middle School?
244 students attend Philippi Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Philippi Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Philippi Middle School?
Philippi Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Philippi Middle School offer ?
Philippi Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Philippi Middle School part of?
Philippi Middle School is part of Barbour County Schools.
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