Serving 666 students in grades 6-8, Martinsburg North 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 7% (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 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), 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: 666 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martinsburg North Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Martinsburg North Middle School's student population of 666 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
666 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Martinsburg North 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 Martinsburg North Middle School is 0.65, 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
#623 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
14%
2%
Black
18%
4%
White
54%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
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 Martinsburg North Middle School's ranking?
Martinsburg North Middle School is ranked #623 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Martinsburg North Middle School often compared to?
Martinsburg North Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martinsburg South Middle School, Hedgesville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% 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 Martinsburg North Middle School?
666 students attend Martinsburg North Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Martinsburg North Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martinsburg North Middle School?
Martinsburg North Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Martinsburg North Middle School offer ?
Martinsburg North Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Martinsburg North Middle School part of?
Martinsburg North Middle School is part of Berkeley County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 8/25/2023
very very wonderful many good and respectful teachers and students.
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