Serving 344 students in grades 6-8, Wayne 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 24% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 344 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wayne Middle School serves the northeast part of Wayne, WV, covering an attendance area of approximately 181.3 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wayne Middle School's student population of 344 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
344 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Respect. Responsibility. Pride. The Pioneer Way.
School Rankings
Wayne 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 Wayne 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
#460 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
8%
Showing 2003–2012. Full 14-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 Wayne Middle School's ranking?
Wayne Middle School is ranked #460 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Wayne Middle School often compared to?
Wayne Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crum Pre K-8 School, Fort Gay Pre K-8 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Wayne Middle School?
344 students attend Wayne Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Wayne Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wayne Middle School?
Wayne Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wayne Middle School offer ?
Wayne Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wayne Middle School part of?
Wayne Middle School is part of Wayne County Schools.
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