Serving 708 students in grades 6-8, John Adams Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: 708 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Adams Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
John Adams Middle School's student population of 708 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
708 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
John Adams Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Adams Middle School is 0.34, 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
#33 out of 627 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
7%
4%
White
81%
88%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 John Adams Middle School's ranking?
John Adams Middle School is ranked #33 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are John Adams Middle School often compared to?
John Adams Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckinley Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend John Adams Middle School?
708 students attend John Adams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of John Adams Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John Adams Middle School?
John Adams Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does John Adams Middle School offer ?
John Adams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Adams Middle School part of?
John Adams Middle School is part of Kanawha County Schools School District.
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