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#15 of 635 schools in WV

Top 2% in state

Mountaineer Middle School

Middle School · MONONGALIA COUNTY SCHOOLS

991 Price St, Morgantown, WV 26505

Enrollment

600

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

9.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#15 of 635

In Morgantown

#1 of 15

public schools

In district

#1 of 17

MONONGALIA COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Mountaineer Middle School

9.2/10

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

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6.7/10

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About Mountaineer Middle School

Mountaineer Middle School is a public middle school in Morgantown, WV, part of MONONGALIA COUNTY SCHOOLS. Mountaineer Middle School serves approximately 600 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountaineer Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #15 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Mountaineer Middle School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts above district
  • This school 9.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.2
  • WV avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+5.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.6Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65.9% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.7% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+35.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+26.3 pts
Overall Proficiency68% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+20.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,414
Chronic Absenteeism22.5%

Mountaineer Middle School — Students at Mountaineer Middle School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
32.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 67.3% (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
62%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
52%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
59%
2018
Math
53%
2019
Math
53%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
60%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
60%
2022
Math
53%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
59.3%
ELA
65.5%
2025
Math
65.9%
ELA
70.7%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Mountaineer Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.2/10
98th percentile in WV
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

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

991 Price St, Morgantown, WV 26505

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mountaineer Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. South Middle School (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Suncrest Middle School (rated 5.9/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Westwood Middle School (rated 4.5/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Morgantown, see our Morgantown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Morgantown High School Morgantown 1.0 mi 6.7
Eastwood Elementary School Morgantown 1.0 mi 6.9
North Elementary School Morgantown 1.7 mi 5.1
South Middle School Morgantown 1.8 mi 9.0
West Virginia Academy Morgantown 1.7 mi
Mountainview Elementary School Morgantown 1.9 mi 7.2
MORGANTOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Morgantown 1.9 mi 6.1
Suncrest Middle School Morgantown 1.7 mi 5.9
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Morgantown 2.1 mi 7.2
TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Morgantown 2.0 mi 5.9
MORGANTOWN LEARNING ACADEMY Morgantown 2.0 mi 7.5
Westwood Middle School Morgantown 2.2 mi 4.5
Skyview Elementary School Morgantown 2.3 mi 8.0
Suncrest Elementary School Morgantown 2.8 mi 8.1
Brookhaven Elementary School Morgantown 2.9 mi 7.1
University High School Morgantown 3.6 mi 6.9
ST FRANCIS DE SALES CENTRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Morgantown 3.9 mi 6.2
AMPLIFY CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Morgantown 3.2 mi 5.4
CHESTNUT MOUNTAIN RANCH Morgantown 4.8 mi
Cheat Lake Elementary School Morgantown 4.3 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26505 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$42,275

Median Home Value

$265,100

Median Rent

$942/mo

Population

37,691

College Educated

55.2%

Homeownership

33.2%

Avg Commute

18.4 min

Poverty Rate

32.8%

Median Age

25.2

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
South Middle School Morgantown, WV 9.0
Winfield Middle School Winfield, WV 8.7
Oak Glen Middle School New Cumberland, WV 8.4
Bridgeport Middle School Bridgeport, WV 8.2
Edison Middle School Parkersburg, WV 8.2
Lincoln Middle School Shinnston, WV 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mountaineer Middle School

What grades does Mountaineer Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Mountaineer Middle School?

Mountaineer Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 600 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Mountaineer Middle School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mountaineer Middle School rank in WV?

Mountaineer Middle School ranks #15 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Mountaineer Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mountaineer Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Mountaineer Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountaineer Middle School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mountaineer Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Mountaineer Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
54 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
600
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Monongalia County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

District

MONONGALIA COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
11,265
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,414
District Rank
#1 of 17

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