Serving 540 students in grades 6-8, Washington Irving 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 20% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower 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 Black and Hispanic), 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: 540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Washington Irving Middle School's student population of 540 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington Irving 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 Washington Irving Middle School is 0.24, 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
#529 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
2%
Black
4%
4%
White
87%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Irving Middle School's ranking?
Washington Irving Middle School is ranked #529 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Washington Irving Middle School often compared to?
Washington Irving Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgeport Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Washington Irving Middle School?
540 students attend Washington Irving Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Washington Irving Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Irving Middle School?
Washington Irving Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Irving Middle School offer ?
Washington Irving Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Irving Middle School part of?
Washington Irving Middle School is part of Harrison County Schools School District.
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