Serving 523 students in grades 6-8, Winfield Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winfield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Winfield Middle School's student population of 523 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Rankings
Winfield Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winfield Middle School is 0.15, which is less 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
#46 out of 627 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
92%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Winfield Middle School's ranking?
Winfield Middle School is ranked #46 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Winfield Middle School often compared to?
Winfield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hurricane Middle School, George Washington Middle School, Poca Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Winfield Middle School?
523 students attend Winfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Winfield Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winfield Middle School?
Winfield Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Winfield Middle School offer ?
Winfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Winfield Middle School part of?
Winfield Middle School is part of Putnam County Schools School District.
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