Serving 498 students in grades 6-8, Suncrest Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Suncrest Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Suncrest Middle School's student population of 498 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Suncrest 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 Suncrest Middle School is 0.54, which is more 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
#71 out of 617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
1%
Hispanic
4%
2%
Black
9%
4%
White
66%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
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 Suncrest Middle School's ranking?
Suncrest Middle School is ranked #71 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Suncrest Middle School often compared to?
Suncrest Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountaineer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Suncrest Middle School?
498 students attend Suncrest Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Suncrest Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Suncrest Middle School?
Suncrest Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Suncrest Middle School offer ?
Suncrest Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Suncrest Middle School part of?
Suncrest Middle School is part of Monongalia County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Suncrest Middle School located?
Suncrest Middle School is located in the Suncrest neighborhood of Morgantown, WV.
School Reviews
5 1/17/2023
Suncrest Middle School has nice teachers and all the subjects 6-8 feel manageable to get done.
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