Hedgesville Middle School

334 School House Drive
Hedgesville, WV 25427
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 738 students in grades 6-8, Hedgesville 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 23% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher 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: 738 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Bottom 50% in WV
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : 44% (Top 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Hedgesville Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Hedgesville Middle School's student population of 738 students has stayed relatively flat 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)
Total Students
738 students
This chart displays total students of Hedgesville Middle School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Gender %
This chart displays gender of Hedgesville Middle School
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
This chart displays the total teachers of Hedgesville Middle School by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Students by Grade
This chart displays the students of Hedgesville Middle School by grade.

School Rankings

Hedgesville 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 Hedgesville 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.
This School
State Level (WV)
#362 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Hedgesville Middle School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
23%
32%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Hedgesville Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
44%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Hedgesville Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of West Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
24%
28%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Hedgesville Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Hedgesville Middle School and the public school average student teacher ratio of West Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Hedgesville Middle School and the percentage of Asian public school students in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hispanic
7%
2%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Hedgesville Middle School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
5%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Hedgesville Middle School and the percentage of Black public school students in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
78%
89%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Hedgesville Middle School and the percentage of White public school students in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students of two or more races in Hedgesville Middle School and the percentage of public school students of two or more races in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
All Ethnic Groups
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Hedgesville Middle School.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in West Virginia.
0.38
This chart displays the diversity score of Hedgesville Middle School and the public school average diversity score of West Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Hedgesville Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Hedgesville Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in West Virginia by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hedgesville Middle School's ranking?
Hedgesville Middle School is ranked #362 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Hedgesville Middle School often compared to?
Hedgesville Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Mills Middle School, Martinsburg North Middle School, Martinsburg South Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Hedgesville Middle School?
738 students attend Hedgesville Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Hedgesville Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hedgesville Middle School?
Hedgesville Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hedgesville Middle School offer ?
Hedgesville Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hedgesville Middle School part of?
Hedgesville Middle School is part of Berkeley County Schools School District.

School Reviews

5   12/13/2010
a. It is extremely good and provides a comfortable atmosphere. b. There is a large variety of extracurricular activities available. c. They are given out every nine weeks to gifted students. d. There is an array of well-equipped facilities available to students, but the heating and air needs work. e. Parents are given multiple opportunites to interact with students with school-related activities.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - brady

Review Hedgesville Middle School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Rate this school:

Recent Articles

How Does Bullying Affect a Student’s Academic Performance?
How Does Bullying Affect a Student’s Academic Performance?
We explore the significant impact of bullying on students' academic performance, discussing statistics, research findings, and long-term effects. It provides valuable insights for educators and parents on recognizing bullying behaviors and implementing effective prevention strategies to create a safe learning environment.
Can Students Be Legally Prosecuted for School Fights?
Can Students Be Legally Prosecuted for School Fights?
This comprehensive guide explores the increasing trend of legal prosecution for school fights, discussing recent incidents, age considerations, and the shift from traditional school punishments to law enforcement involvement. It provides valuable insights for parents, educators, and students about the evolving landscape of school discipline and safety measures.
Understanding Rubrics
Understanding Rubrics
This article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 738 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 23% (Btm 50%)
  • : 44% (Top 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Related School Videos

Quick Links