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Very Good

#166 of 635 schools in WV

Top 26% in state

Huntington Middle School

Middle School · CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS

925 3rd St, Huntington, WV 25701

Enrollment

616

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

7.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#166 of 635

In Huntington

#6 of 16

public schools

In district

#9 of 25

CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic growth

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Huntington Middle School

7.5/10

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

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5.1/10

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About Huntington Middle School

Huntington Middle School is a public middle school in Huntington, WV, part of CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS. Huntington Middle School serves approximately 616 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Huntington Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #166 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Huntington Middle School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • WV avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Huntington Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

39% of students at Huntington 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 Progress8.9Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+5.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.7Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.8% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.3% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.9 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected-5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,473
Chronic Absenteeism38.8%

Huntington Middle School — Students at Huntington Middle School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
32.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 42.1% (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
31%
ELA
34%
2010
Math
35%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
34%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
34%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
19%
2016
Math
24%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
26%
2019
Math
26%
2020*
Math
21%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
21%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
40%
2024
Math
26.3%
ELA
40.5%
2025
Math
28.8%
ELA
49.3%

* 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: 8.9/10.

How Huntington Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
74th percentile in WV
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
7.6/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
63 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.8%

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

925 3rd St, Huntington, WV 25701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Huntington Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Chesapeake Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Chesapeake), a more accessible option. Additionally, Vinson Middle School (rated 5.7/10, 3.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Huntington, see our Huntington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Southside Elementary Huntington 0.1 mi 5.1
COVENANT SCHOOL Huntington 0.8 mi 5.2
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Huntington 1.0 mi 7.7
ST JOSEPH GRADE SCHOOL Huntington 1.1 mi 6.9
Chesapeake Elementary School Chesapeake 1.3 mi 8.3
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Huntington 1.3 mi 6.0
Meadows Elementary School Huntington 1.4 mi 8.7
Spring Hill Elementary School Huntington 1.7 mi 5.4
Chesapeake Middle School Chesapeake 1.9 mi 6.2
Chesapeake High School Chesapeake 2.0 mi 4.5
Central City Elementary School Huntington 2.1 mi 7.7
Highlawn Elementary School Huntington 2.6 mi 4.7
OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH SCHOOL Huntington 2.8 mi 8.1
OUR LADY OF FATIMA CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER Huntington 2.8 mi 8.1
Burlington Elementary School South Point 2.9 mi 6.6
Crossroads Academy Huntington 3.1 mi 2.9
Huntington High School Huntington 3.2 mi 4.1
Vinson Middle School Huntington 3.3 mi 5.7
Explorer Academy Huntington 3.3 mi 5.2
Kellogg Elementary School Huntington 3.7 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,671

Median Home Value

$153,700

Median Rent

$869/mo

Population

21,860

College Educated

37.8%

Homeownership

56.6%

Avg Commute

18.4 min

Poverty Rate

24%

Median Age

42.8

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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 Huntington Middle School

What grades does Huntington Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Huntington Middle School?

Huntington Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 616 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Huntington Middle School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Huntington Middle School rank in WV?

Huntington Middle School ranks #166 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Huntington Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Huntington 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 Huntington Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Huntington Middle School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Huntington Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Huntington Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
616
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
63
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Cabell County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.8%

District

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

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