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Martinsburg North Middle School

Middle School · BERKELEY COUNTY SCHOOLS

250 East Rd, Martinsburg, WV 25404

Enrollment

639

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

5.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#447 of 635

In Martinsburg

#9 of 17

public schools

In district

#21 of 31

BERKELEY COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic growth

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Martinsburg North Middle School

5.3/10

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

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7.3/10

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About Martinsburg North Middle School

Martinsburg North Middle School is a public middle school in Martinsburg, WV, part of BERKELEY COUNTY SCHOOLS. Martinsburg North Middle School serves approximately 639 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Martinsburg North Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #447 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Martinsburg North Middle School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • WV avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Martinsburg North 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.

39% of students at Martinsburg North 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 Progress8.1Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics1.8Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.3% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-15.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.1 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected-26.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile3th
Resources & Environment5.9Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,899
Chronic Absenteeism39%

Martinsburg North Middle School — Students at Martinsburg North Middle School score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 18.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
32.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 35.8% (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
29%
ELA
36%
2010
Math
35%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
39%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
49%
2014
Math
16%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
18%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
19%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
13%
2019
Math
13%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
7%
ELA
24%
2024
Math
11.3%
ELA
26.6%
2025
Math
15%
ELA
30.3%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Martinsburg North Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.3/10
30th percentile in WV
Academic
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
5.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
61 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.0%

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

250 East Rd, Martinsburg, WV 25404

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Martinsburg North Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Martinsburg South Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Spring Mills Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 5.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Martinsburg, see our Martinsburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Opequon Elementary School Martinsburg 0.2 mi 7.3
Eagle School Intermediate Martinsburg 0.7 mi 5.3
Burke Street Elementary School Martinsburg 1.3 mi 3.8
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Martinsburg 1.5 mi 6.9
Tuscarora Elementary School Martinsburg 1.4 mi 4.7
Martinsburg South Middle School Martinsburg 1.8 mi 6.3
Martinsburg High School Martinsburg 1.9 mi 4.2
Berkeley Heights Elementary School Martinsburg 2.1 mi 3.7
Winchester Avenue Elementary School Martinsburg 2.0 mi 7.9
Rosemont Elementary School Martinsburg 1.9 mi 7.6
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Martinsburg 2.7 mi 5.6
ROCKY KNOLL SCHOOL Martinsburg 3.2 mi 6.0
Orchard View Intermediate School Martinsburg 3.1 mi 6.3
Bedington Elementary School Martinsburg 4.1 mi 5.7
Hedgesville High School Hedgesville 4.9 mi 5.7
Potomack Intermediate School Martinsburg 5.3 mi 6.8
Spring Mills Primary Martinsburg 5.4 mi 4.2
Spring Mills High School Martinsburg 5.3 mi 5.3
Spring Mills Middle School Martinsburg 5.4 mi 5.9
Hedgesville Elementary School Hedgesville 6.0 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25404 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,897

Median Home Value

$226,900

Median Rent

$1,228/mo

Population

22,809

College Educated

24.5%

Homeownership

58.8%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

14.4%

Median Age

36.7

Similar Schools

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Frankfort Middle School Ridgeley, WV 5.3
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Keyser Middle School Keyser, WV 5.4
Pikeview Middle School Princeton, WV 5.4
Robert L. Bland Middle School Weston, WV 5.1
Bluefield Middle School Bluefield, WV 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Martinsburg North Middle School

What grades does Martinsburg North Middle School serve?

Martinsburg North Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Martinsburg North Middle School?

Martinsburg North Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 639 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Martinsburg North Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Martinsburg North Middle School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Martinsburg North Middle School rank in WV?

Martinsburg North Middle School ranks #447 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Martinsburg North Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Martinsburg North Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Martinsburg North Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Martinsburg North Middle School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Martinsburg North Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Martinsburg North Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
639
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
61
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Berkeley County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.0%

District

BERKELEY COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
19,932
Schools in District
32
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,899
District Rank
#21 of 31

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