Serving 254 students in grades 6-8, East Bank 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 18% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 254 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Bank Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
East Bank Middle School's student population of 254 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Bank 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 East Bank Middle School is 0.13, 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
#599 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
93%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Bank Middle School's ranking?
East Bank Middle School is ranked #599 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are East Bank Middle School often compared to?
East Bank Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Du Pont Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend East Bank Middle School?
254 students attend East Bank Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of East Bank Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Bank Middle School?
East Bank Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does East Bank Middle School offer ?
East Bank Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Bank Middle School part of?
East Bank Middle School is part of Kanawha County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 4/7/2023
I went to this school and at the time it was the most diverse middle school in the county.
5 8/18/2009
The academics aren't all that great.
Many extracurriclar activities are offered, football being the biggest.
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