Barboursville Middle School

Barboursville Middle School serves 681 students in grades 6-8 in the mid-size suburb of Barboursville, West Virginia. With 53 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1, allowing for more individualized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates solid academic performance, earning a 7.1 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranking 133rd out of 641 schools statewide, placing it in the 79th percentile among West Virginia middle schools.

Students show particular strength in English Language Arts and reading, with 54% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels. Mathematics presents an opportunity for continued growth, with 38% of students performing at or above proficient levels. Located at 1400 Central Ave, the school serves a stable suburban community where the median household income is $61,650 and median home values are $160,100.

About 28% of neighborhood residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the area maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 12.4%. This supportive community environment, combined with the school's manageable size and strong teacher-to-student ratio, creates a nurturing educational setting in Cabell County's suburban landscape.