Serving 308 students in grades 6-8, Shepherdstown 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 35% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shepherdstown Middle School serves the northern part of its school district in Shepherdstown, WV, covering an area of approximately 50.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the attendance zone is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edges located up to 9.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shepherdstown Middle School's student population of 308 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
308 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Shepherdstown 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 Shepherdstown Middle School is 0.35, which is more 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
#249 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.4%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Shepherdstown Middle School's ranking?
Shepherdstown Middle School is ranked #249 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Shepherdstown Middle School often compared to?
Shepherdstown Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harpers Ferry Middle School, Charles Town Middle School, Wildwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Shepherdstown Middle School?
308 students attend Shepherdstown Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Shepherdstown Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shepherdstown Middle School?
Shepherdstown Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shepherdstown Middle School offer ?
Shepherdstown Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shepherdstown Middle School part of?
Shepherdstown Middle School is part of Jefferson County Schools.
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