Serving 425 students in grades 6-8, Bluefield 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 37% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bluefield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bluefield Middle School's student population of 425 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
425 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bluefield 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 Bluefield Middle School is 0.55, 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
#437 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
27%
4%
White
61%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bluefield Middle School's ranking?
Bluefield Middle School is ranked #437 out of 627 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?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Bluefield Middle School?
425 students attend Bluefield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Bluefield Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bluefield Middle School?
Bluefield Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bluefield Middle School offer ?
Bluefield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bluefield Middle School part of?
Bluefield Middle School is part of Mercer County Schools School District.
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