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#356 of 635 schools in WV
Moundsville Middle School
Middle School · MARSHALL COUNTY SCHOOLS
223 Tomlinson Ave, Moundsville, WV 26041
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
West Virginia schools
#356 of 635
In Moundsville
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#9 of 13
MARSHALL COUNTY SCHOOLS
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Moundsville Middle School
Moundsville Middle School is a public middle school in Moundsville, WV, part of MARSHALL COUNTY SCHOOLS. Moundsville Middle School serves approximately 402 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Moundsville Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #356 of 635 schools in WV.
Structured state assessment records for Moundsville Middle School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- WV avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Moundsville 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.
36% of students at Moundsville 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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Moundsville Middle School — Students at Moundsville Middle School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)
Based on 37 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: 7.0/10.
How Moundsville Middle School Compares
See how Moundsville 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
223 Tomlinson Ave, Moundsville, WV 26041
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Moundsville Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Wheeling Middle School (rated 8.7/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Wheeling), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sherrard Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Wheeling), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bellaire Middle School (rated 7.3/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Bellaire), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Moundsville, see our Moundsville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central Elementary School Moundsville | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Gateway Achievement Center Moundsville | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| John Marshall High School Glen Dale | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Mcninch Primary School Moundsville | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Glen Dale Elementary School Glen Dale | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Jefferson Ave Elementary School Shadyside | 3.2 mi | 9.1 |
| Shadyside High School Shadyside | 3.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Leona Ave Middle School Shadyside | 3.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Washington Lands Elementary School Moundsville | 3.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Center McMechen Elementary School Mcmechen | 4.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Powhatan Elementary School Powhatan Point | 5.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Bellaire High School Bellaire | 6.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Sherrard Middle School Wheeling | 6.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Hilltop Elementary School Wheeling | 6.3 mi | 8.5 |
| OUR LADY OF PEACE SCHOOL Wheeling | 7.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Bellaire Middle School Bellaire | 7.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Ritchie Elementary School Wheeling | 8.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Wheeling Middle School Wheeling | 8.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Bellaire Elementary School Bellaire | 8.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Bethlehem Elementary School Wheeling | 8.9 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 26041 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,545
Median Home Value
$128,400
Median Rent
$823/mo
Population
15,706
College Educated
13.5%
Homeownership
75.9%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.3%
Median Age
43.7
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Andrew Jackson Middle School Charleston, WV | 6.1 |
| Chapmanville Middle School Chapmanville, WV | 6.1 |
| Princeton Middle School Princeton, WV | 6.1 |
| Ravenswood Middle School Ravenswood, WV | 6.1 |
| Philippi Middle School Philippi, WV | 6.0 |
| Poca Middle School Poca, WV | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Moundsville Middle School
What grades does Moundsville Middle School serve?
Moundsville Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Moundsville Middle School?
Moundsville Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 402 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Moundsville Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Moundsville Middle School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Moundsville Middle School rank in WV?
Moundsville Middle School ranks #356 of 635 schools in WV.
What is Moundsville Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Moundsville Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Moundsville Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Moundsville Middle School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Moundsville Middle School a charter school?
No, Moundsville Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Moundsville Middle School a Title I school?
No, Moundsville Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 402
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Marshall County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.8%
- Phone
- (304) 843-4440
Resources & Links
District
MARSHALL COUNTY SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 4,159
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,263
- District Rank
- #9 of 13
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