Serving 764 students in grades 6-8, South Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 33% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 764 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Middle School's student population of 764 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
764 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Middle School is 0.22, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#146 out of 629 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
3%
4%
White
88%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Middle School's ranking?
South Middle School is ranked #146 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are South Middle School often compared to?
South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountaineer Middle School, Suncrest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend South Middle School?
764 students attend South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of South Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Middle School?
South Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Middle School offer ?
South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Middle School part of?
South Middle School is part of Monongalia County Schools School District.
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