Serving 603 students in grades 6-8, Bridgeport Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 47% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bridgeport Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bridgeport Middle School's student population of 603 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
603 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bridgeport Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridgeport Middle School is 0.15, 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
#64 out of 627 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
92%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bridgeport Middle School's ranking?
Bridgeport Middle School is ranked #64 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Bridgeport Middle School often compared to?
Bridgeport Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Irving Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Bridgeport Middle School?
603 students attend Bridgeport Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Bridgeport Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bridgeport Middle School?
Bridgeport Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bridgeport Middle School offer ?
Bridgeport Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bridgeport Middle School part of?
Bridgeport Middle School is part of Harrison County Schools School District.
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