Serving 377 students in grades 6-8, West Side 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 8% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Side Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Side Middle School's student population of 377 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 43% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
377 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Side 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 West Side Middle School is 0.61, 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
#624 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
34%
4%
White
51%
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
86%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Side Middle School's ranking?
West Side Middle School is ranked #624 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are West Side Middle School often compared to?
West Side Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Charleston Middle School, Sissonville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend West Side Middle School?
377 students attend West Side Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of West Side Middle School students are White, 34% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Side Middle School?
West Side Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Side Middle School offer ?
West Side Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Side Middle School part of?
West Side Middle School is part of Kanawha County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 2/11/2020
Hi, I just want to say I loved that school when I went I just I loved everything there it was my dream school and I loved it and I just want you to say hi to everyone for me, please ;~;
5 11/2/2018
Very good
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