Serving 278 students in grades 6-8, Bridge Street Middle School ranks in the top 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 26% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridge Street Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Bridge Street Middle School's student population of 278 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
278 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bridge Street Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridge Street Middle School is 0.19, 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
#273 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
5%
4%
White
90%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridge Street Middle School's ranking?
Bridge Street Middle School is ranked #273 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Bridge Street Middle School often compared to?
Bridge Street Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Triadelphia Middle School, Wheeling Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Bridge Street Middle School?
278 students attend Bridge Street Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Bridge Street Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bridge Street Middle School?
Bridge Street Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bridge Street Middle School offer ?
Bridge Street Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bridge Street Middle School part of?
Bridge Street Middle School is part of Ohio County Schools School District.
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