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#563 of 635 schools in WV

Logan Middle School

Middle School · LOGAN COUNTY SCHOOLS

14 Wildcat Way, Logan, WV 25601

Enrollment

499

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

4.2

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#563 of 635

In Logan

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#11 of 17

LOGAN COUNTY SCHOOLS

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Logan Middle School

4.2/10

Middle School in Logan · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Logan Senior High School

3.5/10

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Logan Elementary School

6.9/10

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About Logan Middle School

Logan Middle School is a public middle school in Logan, WV, part of LOGAN COUNTY SCHOOLS. Logan Middle School serves approximately 499 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Logan Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #563 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Logan Middle School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • WV avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Logan 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.

61% of students at Logan 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 Progress6.7Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.0Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18.3% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.4% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-21 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.1 pts
Overall Proficiency26% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected-14.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment1.9Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,098
Chronic Absenteeism60.5%

Logan Middle School — Students at Logan Middle School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 24.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
34.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 34.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 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
35%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
38%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
40%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
45%
2013
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
29%
2015
Math
17%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
31%
2019
Math
31%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
18%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
19.7%
ELA
31.2%
2025
Math
18.3%
ELA
34.4%

* 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: 6.7/10.

How Logan Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.2/10
12th percentile in WV
Academic
3.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
60.5%

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

14 Wildcat Way, Logan, WV 25601

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Logan Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Man Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Mallory), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Chapmanville Middle School (rated 6.1/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Chapmanville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Logan, see our Logan schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Logan Senior High School Logan 0.2 mi 3.5
Logan Elementary School Logan 0.2 mi 6.9
Justice Elementary School Logan 3.1 mi 1.9
Verdunville Elementary School Verdunville 2.7 mi 3.9
Omar Elementary Omar 5.5 mi 2.9
BETH HAVEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chauncey 5.6 mi 7.0
Holden Central Elementary School Holden 4.7 mi 6.7
Chapmanville Middle School Chapmanville 8.8 mi 6.1
Chapmanville Primary School Chapmanville 9.0 mi 3.9
Chapmanville Intermediate School Chapmanville 9.0 mi 7.0
Chapmanville Regional High School Chapmanville 9.0 mi 4.4
Dingess Elementary School Dingess 8.4 mi 8.0
South Man Elementary School Man 10.1 mi 9.0
Man Senior High School Man 10.5 mi 3.1
Buffalo Elementary School Accoville 10.3 mi 8.1
Man Middle School Mallory 11.4 mi 6.9
Man Elementary School Mallory 11.4 mi 6.6
Hugh Dingess Elementary School Harts 11.8 mi 8.4
Ramage Elementary Danville 13.2 mi 7.5
Mingo Central Comprehensive High School Delbarton 15.2 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25601 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,010

Median Home Value

$97,000

Median Rent

$875/mo

Population

5,007

College Educated

17.6%

Homeownership

62.9%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

25.9%

Median Age

42.7

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Eastern Greenbrier Middle School Ronceverte, WV 4.4
Western Greenbrier Middle School Crawley, WV 4.4
Braxton County Middle School Sutton, WV 4.5
Mountaineer Middle School Clarksburg, WV 4.5
Westwood Middle School Morgantown, WV 4.5
Madison Middle School Madison, WV 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Logan Middle School

What grades does Logan Middle School serve?

Logan Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Logan Middle School?

Logan Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 499 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Logan Middle School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Logan Middle School rank in WV?

Logan Middle School ranks #563 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Logan Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Logan Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Logan Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Logan Middle School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Logan Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Logan Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Logan County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
60.5%

District

LOGAN COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
4,795
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,098
District Rank
#11 of 17

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