Serving 263 students in grades 5-8, Wirt County Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wirt County Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Elizabeth, WV, covering approximately 234.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 12.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wirt County Middle School's student population of 263 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
263 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wirt County 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 Wirt County 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
#358 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
98%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
White Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wirt County Middle School's ranking?
Wirt County Middle School is ranked #358 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Wirt County Middle School?
263 students attend Wirt County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Wirt County Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wirt County Middle School?
Wirt County Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wirt County Middle School offer ?
Wirt County Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wirt County Middle School part of?
Wirt County Middle School is part of Wirt County Schools.
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