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Taylor County Middle School

Middle School · TAYLOR COUNTY SCHOOLS

670 Spring Hills Rd, Grafton, WV 26354

Enrollment

651

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

5.7

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#412 of 635

In Grafton

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

TAYLOR COUNTY SCHOOLS

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Taylor County Middle School

5.7/10

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

Grafton High School

4.9/10

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4.3/10

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About Taylor County Middle School

Taylor County Middle School is a public middle school in Grafton, WV, part of TAYLOR COUNTY SCHOOLS. Taylor County Middle School serves approximately 651 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Taylor County Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #412 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Taylor County Middle School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts below WV schools
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • WV avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Taylor County 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics3.9Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.2% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.1% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-11.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-9.4 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected-12.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,015
Chronic Absenteeism23.8%

Taylor County Middle School — Students at Taylor County Middle School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
34.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 39.4% (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
42%
ELA
40%
2010
Math
46%
ELA
48%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
44%
2013
Math
36%
ELA
41%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
24%
2016
Math
29%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
35%
2019
Math
35%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
34%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
40%
2024
Math
28%
ELA
38.2%
2025
Math
28.2%
ELA
36.1%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Taylor County Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.7/10
35th percentile in WV
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

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

670 Spring Hills Rd, Grafton, WV 26354

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Taylor County Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. East Fairmont Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 10.1 miles away, in nearby Fairmont), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Monongah Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Monongah), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, West Fairmont Middle School (rated 6.3/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Fairmont), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Grafton, see our Grafton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 12.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Grafton High School Grafton 2.4 mi 4.9
Anna Jarvis Elementary School Grafton 3.1 mi 4.3
West Taylor Elementary School Flemington 4.3 mi 9.2
Flemington Elementary School Flemington 5.6 mi 5.0
White Hall Elementary School White Hall 7.6 mi 8.4
Pleasant Valley Elementary School Pleasant Valley 9.0 mi 9.3
East Fairmont High School Fairmont 8.8 mi 5.8
East Park Elementary School Fairmont 10.0 mi 4.2
West Fairmont Middle School Fairmont 9.8 mi 6.3
East Fairmont Middle School Fairmont 10.1 mi 6.5
Watson Elementary School Fairmont 9.7 mi 5.0
East Dale Elementary School Fairmont 10.6 mi 5.6
Fairmont Senior High School Fairmont 10.5 mi 5.8
FAIRMONT CATHOLIC GRADE SCHOOL Fairmont 10.7 mi 5.6
Jayenne Elementary School Fairmont 10.6 mi 8.1
Simpson Elementary School Bridgeport 10.1 mi 7.0
Barrackville Elementary/Middle School Barrackville 12.1 mi 8.4
Monongah Middle School Monongah 11.3 mi 6.5
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bridgeport 10.3 mi 6.5
FEED MY SHEEP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Philippi 12.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26354 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,250

Median Home Value

$129,300

Median Rent

$472/mo

Population

10,101

College Educated

14.8%

Homeownership

85.1%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Median Age

46.1

Similar Schools

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Beckley-Stratton Middle School Beckley, WV 5.7
Elkview Middle School Elkview, WV 5.8
Suncrest Middle School Morgantown, WV 5.9
B-u Middle School Buckhannon, WV 6.0
Keyser Middle School Keyser, WV 5.4
Pikeview Middle School Princeton, WV 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Taylor County Middle School

What grades does Taylor County Middle School serve?

Taylor County Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Taylor County Middle School?

Taylor County Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 651 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Taylor County Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Taylor County 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 Taylor County Middle School rank in WV?

Taylor County Middle School ranks #412 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Taylor County Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Taylor County Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Taylor County Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Taylor County Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Taylor County Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Taylor County Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
651
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Taylor County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

District

TAYLOR COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
2,164
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,015
District Rank
#2 of 5

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