West Middle School serves 219 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 8% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
219 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
6%
4%
White
92%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Middle School?
219 students attend West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of West Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Middle School?
West Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Middle School offer ?
West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Middle School part of?
West Middle School is part of Cabell County Schools.
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