Serving 517 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). 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 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pikeview Middle School's student population of 517 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Pikeview 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 Pikeview Middle School is 0.12, which is less 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
#332 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
94%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #332 out of 627 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% 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?
517 students attend Pikeview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Pikeview Middle School students are White, 4% 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 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 School District.
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