Serving 314 students in grades 3-6, Pt. Pleasant Intermediate 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 30% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-6
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pt. Pleasant Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Pt. Pleasant Intermediate's student population of 314 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Pt. Pleasant Intermediate 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 Pt. Pleasant Intermediate is 0.10, 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
#434 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
95%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pt. Pleasant Intermediate's ranking?
Pt. Pleasant Intermediate is ranked #434 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Pt. Pleasant Intermediate?
314 students attend Pt. Pleasant Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Pt. Pleasant Intermediate students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pt. Pleasant Intermediate?
Pt. Pleasant Intermediate has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pt. Pleasant Intermediate offer ?
Pt. Pleasant Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pt. Pleasant Intermediate part of?
Pt. Pleasant Intermediate is part of Mason County Schools School District.
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