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Ravenswood Middle School

Middle School · JACKSON COUNTY SCHOOLS

514 S Ritchie Ave, Ravenswood, WV 26164

Enrollment

300

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

6.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#351 of 635

In Ravenswood

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#9 of 12

JACKSON COUNTY SCHOOLS

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Ravenswood Middle School

6.1/10

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

Ravenswood High School

5.1/10

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About Ravenswood Middle School

Ravenswood Middle School is a public middle school in Ravenswood, WV, part of JACKSON COUNTY SCHOOLS. Ravenswood Middle School serves approximately 300 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ravenswood Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #351 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Ravenswood Middle School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • WV avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Ravenswood Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

35% of students at Ravenswood 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 Progress5.7Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.9Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.2% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.3% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+4.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.1 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected-3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,226
Chronic Absenteeism34.7%

Ravenswood Middle School — Students at Ravenswood Middle School score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 35.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
32.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 43.3% (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
49%
ELA
41%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
44%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
26%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
37%
2019
Math
37%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
38%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
35%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
34%
ELA
44.3%
2025
Math
35.2%
ELA
42.3%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Ravenswood Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in WV
Academic
5.9/10
Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.7%

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

514 S Ritchie Ave, Ravenswood, WV 26164

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ravenswood Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ripley Middle School (rated 7.9/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Ripley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Meigs Middle School (rated 4.4/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Pomeroy), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ravenswood, see our Ravenswood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Ravenswood High School Ravenswood 0.0 mi 5.1
Henry J Kaiser Elementary School Ravenswood 0.6 mi 6.8
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ravenswood 0.6 mi 6.4
Ravenswood Grade School Ravenswood 1.4 mi 6.7
Gilmore Elementary School Sandyville 6.0 mi 7.9
Cottageville Elementary School Cottageville 6.9 mi 6.6
Evans Elementary School Evans 9.1 mi 9.4
RIPLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ripley 9.3 mi 6.1
Ripley Elementary School Ripley 10.0 mi 7.8
Southern High School Racine 8.1 mi 5.3
Southern Elementary School Racine 8.1 mi 6.5
Ripley High School Ripley 10.2 mi 6.0
Ripley Middle School Ripley 10.4 mi 7.9
Eastern Elementary School Reedsville 13.4 mi 7.7
Eastern High School Reedsville 13.5 mi 5.6
New Haven Elementary School New Haven 11.5 mi 6.1
Fairplain Elementary School Ripley 14.9 mi 9.7
SYCAMORE HOLLOW SCHOOL Letart 13.7 mi
COUNTRY VIEW SCHOOL Letart 13.8 mi
Meigs Middle School Pomeroy 15.0 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26164 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,250

Median Home Value

$136,500

Median Rent

$900/mo

Population

7,342

College Educated

16.8%

Homeownership

75.9%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

24.1%

Median Age

42.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Moundsville Middle School Moundsville, WV 6.1
Philippi Middle School Philippi, WV 6.0
Poca Middle School Poca, WV 6.0
Clay Middle School Clay, WV 6.2
Peterstown Middle School Peterstown, WV 5.9
Spencer Middle School Spencer, WV 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ravenswood Middle School

What grades does Ravenswood Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Ravenswood Middle School?

Ravenswood Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 300 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Ravenswood Middle School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ravenswood Middle School rank in WV?

Ravenswood Middle School ranks #351 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Ravenswood Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ravenswood 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 Ravenswood Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ravenswood Middle School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ravenswood Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Ravenswood Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
300
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Jackson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.7%

District

JACKSON COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
4,037
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,226
District Rank
#9 of 12

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