Serving 600 students in grades 6-8, Mountaineer Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (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 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountaineer Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mountaineer Middle School's student population of 600 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mountaineer Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountaineer Middle School is 0.24, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#42 out of 627 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
3%
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
87%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountaineer Middle School's ranking?
Mountaineer Middle School is ranked #42 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Mountaineer Middle School often compared to?
Mountaineer Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Suncrest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% 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 Mountaineer Middle School?
600 students attend Mountaineer Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Mountaineer Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mountaineer Middle School?
Mountaineer Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mountaineer Middle School offer ?
Mountaineer Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountaineer Middle School part of?
Mountaineer Middle School is part of Monongalia County Schools School District.
School Reviews
4 12/11/2020
The school is amazing. The only problem I have with it is cussing and bullying. The cussing is ridiculous. The bus drivers and teachers hear it and do nothing. Also another thing is the vice principal is sooo mean. She yelled at us once for not being in a completely straight line. Over all 4/5 stars.
5 8/5/2013
this school is great and just to let you know we have chior, band, orchrishtra, and drama! it is wonderful too that we have, cheer, lacross, football(7th&8th grade only), and track, plus cross country and softball. plus basket ball. out teachers are great and the halls and lockers are very durable. i really recomend this school
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