Serving 292 students in grades 5-8, Wirt County Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wirt County Middle School's student population of 292 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
292 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wirt County Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wirt County Middle School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#215 out of 629 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
97%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #215 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Wirt County Middle School?
292 students attend Wirt County Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Wirt County Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wirt County Middle School?
Wirt County Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wirt County Middle School part of?
Wirt County Middle School is part of Wirt County Schools School District.
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