Serving 346 students in grades 6-8, Westwood Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Westwood Middle School's student population of 346 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westwood Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood Middle School is 0.22, 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
#393 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
88%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Monongalia County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood Middle School's ranking?
Westwood Middle School is ranked #393 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Westwood Middle School often compared to?
Westwood Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountaineer Middle School, Suncrest Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Westwood Middle School?
346 students attend Westwood Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Westwood Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westwood Middle School?
Westwood Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westwood Middle School offer ?
Westwood Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westwood Middle School part of?
Westwood Middle School is part of Monongalia County Schools.
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