Serving 244 students in grades 6-8, Van Devender 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 13% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 16% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Van Devender Middle School's student population of 244 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
244 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Educating Today, Preparing for Tomorrow
School Rankings
Van Devender 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 Van Devender Middle School is 0.29, 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
#600 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
4%
4%
White
84%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Van Devender Middle School's ranking?
Van Devender Middle School is ranked #600 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Van Devender Middle School often compared to?
Van Devender Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson Middle School, Hamilton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Van Devender Middle School?
244 students attend Van Devender Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Van Devender Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Van Devender Middle School?
Van Devender Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Van Devender Middle School offer ?
Van Devender Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Van Devender Middle School part of?
Van Devender Middle School is part of Wood County Schools.
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