Serving 409 students in grades 6-8, Sherrard Middle School ranks in the top 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 33% (which is lower 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 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 409 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sherrard Junior High School serves the northern part of Wheeling, WV, covering an attendance area of approximately 78.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 10 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sherrard Middle School's student population of 409 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
409 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sherrard 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 Sherrard 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
#284 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
95%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sherrard Middle School's ranking?
Sherrard Middle School is ranked #284 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?
33% 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 Sherrard Middle School?
409 students attend Sherrard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Sherrard Middle School students are White, 3% 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 Sherrard Middle School?
Sherrard Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sherrard Middle School offer ?
Sherrard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sherrard Middle School part of?
Sherrard Middle School is part of Marshall County Schools.
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