Serving 504 students in grades 6-8, Robert L. Bland 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 28% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert L. Bland Middle School's student population of 504 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert L. Bland 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 Robert L. Bland Middle School is 0.06, which is less 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
#541 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
97%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert L. Bland Middle School's ranking?
Robert L. Bland Middle School is ranked #541 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
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 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Robert L. Bland Middle School?
504 students attend Robert L. Bland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Robert L. Bland Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert L. Bland Middle School?
Robert L. Bland Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Robert L. Bland Middle School offer ?
Robert L. Bland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert L. Bland Middle School part of?
Robert L. Bland Middle School is part of Lewis County Schools School District.
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