Serving 509 students in grades 6-8, Summersville Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 22% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Summersville Middle School serves the west part of its school district in Summersville, WV, covering an area of approximately 469.1 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive time of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 22 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Summersville Middle School's student population of 509 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
509 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Summersville Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summersville Middle School is 0.04, 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
#550 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Summersville Middle School's ranking?
Summersville Middle School is ranked #550 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Summersville Middle School often compared to?
Summersville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Doddridge County Middle School, Moorefield Middle School, Park Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Summersville Middle School?
509 students attend Summersville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Summersville Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summersville Middle School?
Summersville Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Summersville Middle School offer ?
Summersville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Summersville Middle School part of?
Summersville Middle School is part of Nicholas County Schools.
School Reviews
3 10/10/2025
Summersville Middle School is where I attend school, I' 'm in 7th grade and would like to say I think the education is good but the sports you are offered could increase and the discipline of the students could be better at this point it's like half of the school misbehaves with no consciences.
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