Serving 599 students in grades 6-8, Shady Spring 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 37% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher 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 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Shady Spring Middle School serves the southeast part of its school district in Shady Spring, WV, covering an area of approximately 183.4 square miles. Most students live within a 15-20 minute drive, with an average distance of 8.7 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 15.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shady Spring Middle School's student population of 599 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
599 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shady Spring 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 Shady Spring Middle School is 0.10, 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
#190 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 Shady Spring Middle School's ranking?
Shady Spring Middle School is ranked #190 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Shady Spring Middle School often compared to?
Shady Spring Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beckley-stratton Middle School, Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Shady Spring Middle School?
599 students attend Shady Spring Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Shady Spring Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shady Spring Middle School?
Shady Spring Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shady Spring Middle School offer ?
Shady Spring Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shady Spring Middle School part of?
Shady Spring Middle School is part of Raleigh County Schools.
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