Serving 559 students in grades 6-8, Huntington East 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 is 18% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (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 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Huntington East Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Huntington East Middle School's student population of 559 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
559 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Huntington East 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 Huntington East Middle School is 0.38, 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
#554 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
2%
Black
7%
4%
White
78%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
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 Huntington East Middle School's ranking?
Huntington East Middle School is ranked #554 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Huntington East Middle School often compared to?
Huntington East Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huntington Middle School, Barboursville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Huntington East Middle School?
559 students attend Huntington East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Huntington East Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Huntington East Middle School?
Huntington East Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Huntington East Middle School offer ?
Huntington East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Huntington East Middle School part of?
Huntington East Middle School is part of Cabell County Schools School District.
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