Serving 502 students in grades 6-8, Pikeview 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 32% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pikeview Middle School serves the northeast part of Princeton, WV, covering an area of approximately 276.1 square miles. Families in this zone typically experience a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 11.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 14.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pikeview Middle School's student population of 502 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
502 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Home of the Panthers
School Rankings
Pikeview 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 Pikeview Middle School is 0.13, 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
#352 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panthers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pikeview Middle School's ranking?
Pikeview Middle School is ranked #352 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Pikeview Middle School?
502 students attend Pikeview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Pikeview Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pikeview Middle School?
Pikeview Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pikeview Middle School offer ?
Pikeview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pikeview Middle School part of?
Pikeview Middle School is part of Mercer County Schools.
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