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#248 of 635 schools in WV

Top 39% in state

Barboursville Middle School

Middle School · CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS

1400 Central Ave, Barboursville, WV 25504

Enrollment

681

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#248 of 635

In Barboursville

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#11 of 25

CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Barboursville Middle School

6.9/10

Middle School in Barboursville · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Village of Barboursville Elementary Sch

6.4/10

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9.3/10

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About Barboursville Middle School

Barboursville Middle School is a public middle school in Barboursville, WV, part of CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS. Barboursville Middle School serves approximately 681 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Barboursville Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #248 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Barboursville Middle School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • WV avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.6Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.6% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.4% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+8.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,473
Chronic Absenteeism25.3%

Barboursville Middle School — Students at Barboursville Middle School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
32.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 54.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 37 test records from WV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
43%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
28%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
41%
2019
Math
41%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
38%
ELA
54%
2024
Math
39.8%
ELA
58%
2025
Math
39.6%
ELA
56.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.1/10.

How Barboursville Middle School Compares

See how Barboursville Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
61th percentile in WV
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1400 Central Ave, Barboursville, WV 25504

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Barboursville Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Fairland Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Proctorville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Huntington East Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Huntington), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Barboursville, see our Barboursville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Village Of Barboursville Elementary Sch Barboursville 0.3 mi 6.4
Martha Elementary School Barboursville 1.7 mi 9.3
Davis Creek Elementary School Barboursville 2.4 mi 4.7
Nichols Elementary School Barboursville 2.4 mi 5.9
Fairland East Elementary School Proctorville 4.3 mi 5.9
Cox Landing Elementary School Lesage 4.9 mi 7.6
Altizer Elementary School Huntington 3.9 mi 6.3
Fairland Middle School Proctorville 4.4 mi 6.5
Fairland West Elementary School Proctorville 4.5 mi 8.8
Fairland High School Proctorville 4.6 mi 5.5
Huntington East Middle School Huntington 4.2 mi 6.2
Ona Elementary School Ona 4.5 mi 8.6
Hite Saunders Elementary School Huntington 4.7 mi 8.1
Cabell Midland High School Ona 5.0 mi 5.8
Guyandotte Elementary School Huntington 5.1 mi 8.5
Explorer Academy Huntington 5.3 mi 5.2
Huntington High School Huntington 5.7 mi 4.1
OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH SCHOOL Huntington 5.8 mi 8.1
OUR LADY OF FATIMA CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER Huntington 5.8 mi 8.1
Crossroads Academy Huntington 5.9 mi 2.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,577

Median Home Value

$181,000

Median Rent

$885/mo

Population

12,197

College Educated

31.6%

Homeownership

78.9%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

12.9%

Median Age

39.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Milton Middle School Milton, WV 6.9
Park Middle School Beckley, WV 6.9
Weir Middle School Weirton, WV 6.9
Blennerhassett Middle School Parkersburg, WV 6.8
Mountain Ridge Middle School Gerrardstown, WV 6.8
Shady Spring Middle School Shady Spring, WV 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Barboursville Middle School

What grades does Barboursville Middle School serve?

Barboursville Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Barboursville Middle School?

Barboursville Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 681 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Barboursville Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Barboursville Middle School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Barboursville Middle School rank in WV?

Barboursville Middle School ranks #248 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Barboursville Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Barboursville Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Barboursville Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Barboursville Middle School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Barboursville Middle School a charter school?

No, Barboursville Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Barboursville Middle School a Title I school?

No, Barboursville Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
681
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Cabell County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.3%

District

CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
11,449
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,473
District Rank
#11 of 25

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