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#443 of 635 schools in WV
Keyser Middle School
Middle School · MINERAL COUNTY SCHOOLS
879 Harley O Staggers Dr, Keyser, WV 26726
Enrollment
689
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
689
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
West Virginia schools
#443 of 635
In Keyser
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#8 of 12
MINERAL COUNTY SCHOOLS
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Keyser Middle School
Middle School in Keyser · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Mineral County Alternative Program
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Keyser Primary School
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About Keyser Middle School
Keyser Middle School is a public middle school in Keyser, WV, part of MINERAL COUNTY SCHOOLS. Keyser Middle School serves approximately 689 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Keyser Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #443 of 635 schools in WV.
Structured state assessment records for Keyser Middle School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- WV avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Keyser Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
33% of students at Keyser 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
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Keyser Middle School — Students at Keyser Middle School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)
Based on 41 test records from WV state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.6/10.
How Keyser Middle School Compares
See how Keyser Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
879 Harley O Staggers Dr, Keyser, WV 26726
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Keyser Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Westmar Middle (rated 6.0/10, 9.3 miles away, in nearby Lonaconing), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Frankfort Middle School (rated 5.3/10, 12.7 miles away, in nearby Ridgeley), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Keyser, see our Keyser schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mineral County Alternative Program Keyser | 0.0 mi | — |
| Keyser Primary School Keyser | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Keyser High School Keyser | 2.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Fountain Primary School Keyser | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| New Creek Primary School New Creek | 4.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Westernport Elementary Westernport | 4.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Burlington Primary Burlington | 7.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Westmar Middle Lonaconing | 9.3 mi | 6.0 |
| George's Creek Elementary Lonaconing | 10.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Elk Garden School Elk Garden | 9.3 mi | 2.8 |
| Bel Air Elementary Cumberland | 12.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Frankfort Middle School Ridgeley | 12.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Frankfort High School Ridgeley | 13.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Cresaptown Elementary Cresaptown | 14.1 mi | 7.4 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Cresaptown | 14.5 mi | 3.9 |
| Beall Elementary Frostburg | 16.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Mountain Ridge High School Frostburg | 16.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Fort Ashby Primary School Fort Ashby | 13.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Center for Career & Technical Education Cresaptown | 14.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Romney Elementary School Romney | 13.3 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 26726 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,189
Median Home Value
$168,400
Median Rent
$629/mo
Population
12,619
College Educated
25.3%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Pikeview Middle School Princeton, WV | 5.4 |
| Frankfort Middle School Ridgeley, WV | 5.3 |
| Martinsburg North Middle School Martinsburg, WV | 5.3 |
| Oak Hill Middle School Oak Hill, WV | 5.3 |
| Beckley-Stratton Middle School Beckley, WV | 5.7 |
| Taylor County Middle School Grafton, WV | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Keyser Middle School
What grades does Keyser Middle School serve?
Keyser Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Keyser Middle School?
Keyser Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 689 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Keyser Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Keyser Middle School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Keyser Middle School rank in WV?
Keyser Middle School ranks #443 of 635 schools in WV.
What is Keyser Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Keyser Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Keyser Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Keyser Middle School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Keyser Middle School a charter school?
No, Keyser Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Keyser Middle School a Title I school?
No, Keyser Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 689
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Mineral County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.8%
- Phone
- (304) 788-4220
Resources & Links
District
MINERAL COUNTY SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 3,964
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,984
- District Rank
- #8 of 12
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