Serving 228 students in grades 6-8, Richwood 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 15% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Richwood Middle School serves the eastern part of Richwood, WV, covering an attendance zone of approximately 185.3 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 16.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Richwood Middle School's student population of 228 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
228 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Educating students for success in life
School Rankings
Richwood 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 Richwood Middle School is 0.06, 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
#555 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
White
97%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. 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 Richwood Middle School's ranking?
Richwood Middle School is ranked #555 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Richwood Middle School?
228 students attend Richwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Richwood Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richwood Middle School?
Richwood Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Richwood Middle School offer ?
Richwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richwood Middle School part of?
Richwood Middle School is part of Nicholas County Schools.
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