Serving 332 students in grades 6-8, Westwood 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 25% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Westwood Middle School's student population of 332 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Westwood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood Middle School is 0.27, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#468 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
85%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood Middle School's ranking?
Westwood Middle School is ranked #468 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Westwood Middle School often compared to?
Westwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Suncrest Middle School, Mountaineer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Westwood Middle School?
332 students attend Westwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Westwood Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westwood Middle School?
Westwood Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westwood Middle School offer ?
Westwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westwood Middle School part of?
Westwood Middle School is part of Monongalia County Schools School District.
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