Serving 202 students in grades 6-8, West Preston 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 was 20% (which was lower than the West Virginia state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 31% (which was lower than the West Virginia state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 was higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
202 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)20%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)31%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Asian
(15-16)n/a
1%
Hispanic
(15-16)n/a
2%
Black
(15-16)n/a
4%
White
(15-16)100%
90%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)n/a
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% WV state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% WV state average).
How many students attend West Preston Middle School?
202 students attend West Preston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of West Preston Middle School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Preston Middle School?
West Preston Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Preston Middle School offer ?
West Preston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Preston Middle School part of?
West Preston Middle School is part of Preston County Schools.
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