Serving 452 students in grades 6-8, Moundsville 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 21% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moundsville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Moundsville Middle School's student population of 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
452 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Moundsville 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 Moundsville Middle School is 0.12, 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
#561 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
94%
87%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moundsville Middle School's ranking?
Moundsville Middle School is ranked #561 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Moundsville Middle School?
452 students attend Moundsville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Moundsville Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moundsville Middle School?
Moundsville Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Moundsville Middle School offer ?
Moundsville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Moundsville Middle School part of?
Moundsville Middle School is part of Marshall County Schools.
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