Serving 616 students in grades 6-8, Huntington 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 25% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (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 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Huntington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Huntington Middle School's student population of 616 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Rankings
Huntington Middle School 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 Huntington Middle School is 0.52, 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
#406 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
2%
Black
14%
4%
White
66%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
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 Huntington Middle School's ranking?
Huntington Middle School is ranked #406 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Huntington Middle School often compared to?
Huntington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huntington East Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Huntington Middle School?
616 students attend Huntington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Huntington Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Huntington Middle School?
Huntington 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 Middle School offer ?
Huntington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Huntington Middle School part of?
Huntington Middle School is part of Cabell County Schools School District.
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