Serving 277 students in grades 6-8, Poca Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 42% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 2% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poca Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Poca Middle School's student population of 277 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
277 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
Once a Dot, always a Dot!
School Rankings
Poca Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poca Middle School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#99 out of 617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
4%
White
98%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Putnam County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poca Middle School's ranking?
Poca Middle School is ranked #99 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Poca Middle School often compared to?
Poca Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winfield Middle School, George Washington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Poca Middle School?
277 students attend Poca Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Poca Middle School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poca Middle School?
Poca Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Poca Middle School offer ?
Poca Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Poca Middle School part of?
Poca Middle School is part of Putnam County Schools.
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