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#167 of 635 schools in WV

Top 26% in state

Charles Town Middle School

Middle School · JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS

193 High St, Charles Town, WV 25414

Enrollment

631

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

7.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#167 of 635

In Charles Town

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#7 of 16

JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Charles Town Middle School

7.5/10

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

Wright Denny Intermediate School

7.4/10

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5.1/10

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About Charles Town Middle School

Charles Town Middle School is a public middle school in Charles Town, WV, part of JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS. Charles Town Middle School serves approximately 631 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Charles Town Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #167 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Charles Town Middle School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.1
  • WV avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency38.7% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.9% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+7.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.5 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected-7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,424
Chronic Absenteeism24.7%

Charles Town Middle School — Students at Charles Town Middle School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
32.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.1% (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
47%
ELA
50%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
56%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
31%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
38%
2019
Math
38%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
43%
2024
Math
28.3%
ELA
46.5%
2025
Math
38.7%
ELA
44.9%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Charles Town Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
74th percentile in WV
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
49 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

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

193 High St, Charles Town, WV 25414

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Charles Town Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Shepherdstown Middle School (rated 8.9/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Shepherdstown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harpers Ferry Middle School (rated 8.0/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Harpers Ferry), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wildwood Middle School (rated 7.9/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Shenandoah Junction), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Charles Town, see our Charles Town schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Wright Denny Intermediate School Charles Town 0.9 mi 7.4
Page Jackson Elementary Charles Town 1.5 mi 5.1
Ranson Elementary School Ranson 1.9 mi 3.9
Washington High School Charles Town 2.1 mi 5.4
Driswood Elementary School Shenandoah Junction 4.4 mi 8.1
Blue Ridge Elementary School Harpers Ferry 4.2 mi 7.2
Jefferson High School Shenandoah Junction 5.2 mi 5.9
T A Lowery Elementary School Shenandoah Junction 5.5 mi 3.3
C. W. Shipley Elementary School Harpers Ferry 4.6 mi 8.1
Wildwood Middle School Shenandoah Junction 5.5 mi 7.9
WEE DISCIPLES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kearneysville 5.0 mi 3.8
South Jefferson Elementary School Charles Town 4.7 mi 8.3
North Jefferson Elementary Kearneysville 6.5 mi 6.4
Eastern Panhandle Preparatory Academy Kearneysville 5.6 mi
Virtual Preparatory Academy of West Virginia Kearneysville 5.6 mi
Harpers Ferry Middle School Harpers Ferry 5.8 mi 8.0
Hillsboro Charter Academy Purcellville 8.8 mi 8.9
Shepherdstown Elementary School Shepherdstown 10.5 mi 6.4
Shepherdstown Middle School Shepherdstown 10.5 mi 8.9
Round Hill Elementary Round Hill 10.3 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25414 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,020

Median Home Value

$365,500

Median Rent

$1,036/mo

Population

20,273

College Educated

36.6%

Homeownership

76.5%

Avg Commute

38.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

41.1

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Hamilton Middle School Parkersburg, WV 7.7
Hurricane Middle Hurricane, WV 7.3
Jackson Middle School Vienna, WV 7.7
Ripley Middle School Ripley, WV 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Charles Town Middle School

What grades does Charles Town Middle School serve?

Charles Town Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Charles Town Middle School?

Charles Town Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 631 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Charles Town Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Charles Town Middle School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Charles Town Middle School rank in WV?

Charles Town Middle School ranks #167 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Charles Town Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Charles Town Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Charles Town Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Charles Town Middle School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Charles Town Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Charles Town Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
631
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
49
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

District

JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
8,245
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,424
District Rank
#7 of 16

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