Serving 331 students in grades 6-8, Trap Hill 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 43% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Trap Hill Middle School's student population of 331 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
331 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Trap Hill 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 Trap Hill 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
#286 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
n/a
4%
White
95%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)56.8%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trap Hill Middle School's ranking?
Trap Hill Middle School is ranked #286 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Trap Hill Middle School often compared to?
Trap Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Independence Middle School, Park 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 34% WV state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Trap Hill Middle School?
331 students attend Trap Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Trap Hill Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trap Hill Middle School?
Trap Hill Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Trap Hill Middle School offer ?
Trap Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Trap Hill Middle School part of?
Trap Hill Middle School is part of Raleigh County Schools.
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