Serving 321 students in grades 6-8, Ravenswood Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ravenswood Middle School's student population of 321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ravenswood 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 Ravenswood Middle School is 0.10, 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
#253 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
95%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ravenswood Middle School's ranking?
Ravenswood Middle School is ranked #253 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Ravenswood Middle School?
321 students attend Ravenswood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Ravenswood Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ravenswood Middle School?
Ravenswood Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ravenswood Middle School offer ?
Ravenswood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ravenswood Middle School part of?
Ravenswood Middle School is part of Jackson County Schools School District.
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