Serving 562 students in grades 6-8, Harpers Ferry 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 31% (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 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harpers Ferry Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Harpers Ferry Middle School's student population of 562 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Harpers Ferry 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 Harpers Ferry Middle School is 0.38, which is more 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
#219 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
12%
2%
Black
3%
4%
White
78%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harpers Ferry Middle School's ranking?
Harpers Ferry Middle School is ranked #219 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Harpers Ferry Middle School often compared to?
Harpers Ferry Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles Town Middle School, Shepherdstown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% 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 Harpers Ferry Middle School?
562 students attend Harpers Ferry Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Harpers Ferry Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Harpers Ferry Middle School?
Harpers Ferry Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Harpers Ferry Middle School offer ?
Harpers Ferry Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Harpers Ferry Middle School part of?
Harpers Ferry Middle School is part of Jefferson County Schools School District.
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