Serving 301 students in grades 5-8, Ritchie County Middle School ranks in the top 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 42% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than 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: 5-8
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ritchie County Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Ellenboro, WV, covering approximately 453.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 19 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ritchie County Middle School's student population of 301 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
301 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ritchie County Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ritchie County 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
#200 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 25-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 Ritchie County Middle School's ranking?
Ritchie County Middle School is ranked #200 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Ritchie County Middle School?
301 students attend Ritchie County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Ritchie County 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 Ritchie County Middle School?
Ritchie County Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ritchie County Middle School offer ?
Ritchie County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ritchie County Middle School part of?
Ritchie County Middle School is part of Ritchie County Schools.
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