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Huntington East Middle School

Middle School · CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS

1 Campbell Dr, Huntington, WV 25705

Enrollment

559

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

6.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#338 of 635

In Huntington

#8 of 16

public schools

In district

#16 of 25

CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Huntington East Middle School

6.2/10

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

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6.3/10

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About Huntington East Middle School

Huntington East Middle School is a public middle school in Huntington, WV, part of CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS. Huntington East Middle School serves approximately 559 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Huntington East Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #338 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Huntington East Middle School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • WV avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

45% of students at Huntington East Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change+2.03 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.7Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29.9% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.3% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-0.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.1 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected-9.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment6.6Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,473
Chronic Absenteeism44.5%

Huntington East Middle School — Students at Huntington East Middle School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 24.6% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
32.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 38.0% (multi-year average, 2013-2025)
School
State
43.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 29 test records from WV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2013
Math
35%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
21%
2016
Math
25%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
24%
2019
Math
24%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
18%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
20%
ELA
33%
2024
Math
24.7%
ELA
41.5%
2025
Math
30%
ELA
40.3%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Huntington East Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.2/10
47th percentile in WV
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
6.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
44.5%

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

1 Campbell Dr, Huntington, WV 25705

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Huntington East Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Barboursville Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Barboursville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Fairland Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Proctorville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Huntington, see our Huntington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Altizer Elementary School Huntington 0.6 mi 6.3
Explorer Academy Huntington 1.0 mi 5.2
Guyandotte Elementary School Huntington 1.4 mi 8.5
Hite Saunders Elementary School Huntington 1.9 mi 8.1
OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH SCHOOL Huntington 1.6 mi 8.1
OUR LADY OF FATIMA CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER Huntington 1.6 mi 8.1
Huntington High School Huntington 1.8 mi 4.1
Crossroads Academy Huntington 1.9 mi 2.9
Fairland Middle School Proctorville 2.5 mi 6.5
Fairland West Elementary School Proctorville 2.6 mi 8.8
Highlawn Elementary School Huntington 2.4 mi 4.7
Fairland High School Proctorville 2.8 mi 5.5
Davis Creek Elementary School Barboursville 2.7 mi 4.7
Spring Hill Elementary School Huntington 2.6 mi 5.4
Meadows Elementary School Huntington 3.0 mi 8.7
ST JOSEPH GRADE SCHOOL Huntington 3.5 mi 6.9
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Huntington 3.5 mi 7.7
Fairland East Elementary School Proctorville 4.7 mi 5.9
Village Of Barboursville Elementary Sch Barboursville 4.1 mi 6.4
Barboursville Middle School Barboursville 4.2 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,608

Median Home Value

$159,900

Median Rent

$917/mo

Population

20,668

College Educated

39.2%

Homeownership

64.2%

Avg Commute

19.5 min

Poverty Rate

17.7%

Median Age

37.6

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West Fairmont Middle School Fairmont, WV 6.3
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Huntington East Middle School

What grades does Huntington East Middle School serve?

Huntington East Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Huntington East Middle School?

Huntington East Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 559 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Huntington East Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Huntington East Middle School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Huntington East Middle School rank in WV?

Huntington East Middle School ranks #338 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Huntington East Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Huntington East Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Huntington East Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Huntington East Middle School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).

Is Huntington East Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Huntington East Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
12 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
559
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Cabell County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
44.5%

District

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

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