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Very Good

#200 of 635 schools in WV

Top 31% in state

Trap Hill Middle School

Middle School · RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS

665 Coal River Rd, Glen Daniel, WV 25844

Enrollment

347

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

7.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#200 of 635

In Glen Daniel

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#10 of 26

RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Trap Hill Middle School

7.3/10

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

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5.0/10

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About Trap Hill Middle School

Trap Hill Middle School is a public middle school in Glen Daniel, WV, part of RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS. Trap Hill Middle School serves approximately 347 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Trap Hill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #200 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Trap Hill Middle School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.7
  • WV avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Trap Hill 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.

54% of students at Trap Hill 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 Progress8.8Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+5.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.1Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.2% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54.2% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+14.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.8 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+8.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,305
Chronic Absenteeism54.2%

Trap Hill Middle School — Students at Trap Hill Middle School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
32.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.5% (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
47%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
26%
ELA
41%
2015
Math
28%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
38%
2019
Math
38%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
31%
ELA
43%
2024
Math
40.9%
ELA
47.8%
2025
Math
45.2%
ELA
54.2%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Trap Hill Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.3/10
69th percentile in WV
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
54.2%

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

665 Coal River Rd, Glen Daniel, WV 25844

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Trap Hill Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Park Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Beckley), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Independence Middle School (rated 6.7/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Sophia), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Glen Daniel, see our Glen Daniel schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Liberty High School Glen Daniel 0.2 mi 5.0
Fairdale Elementary School Fairdale 1.9 mi 7.4
MT TABOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Beckley 5.7 mi
Ridgeview Elementary Sophia 6.5 mi 7.4
SOPHIA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sophia 7.3 mi
Hollywood Elementary Beckley 6.3 mi 5.1
HOUSE OF PRAYER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Sophia 7.8 mi
Crescent Elementary Beckley 6.9 mi 6.6
Mabscott Elementary Mabscott 7.3 mi 8.5
Clear Fork District Elementary Artie 9.4 mi 2.0
Maxwell Hill Elementary Beckley 7.6 mi 9.2
ST FRANCIS DE SALES SCHOOL Beckley 7.8 mi 8.8
GREATER BECKLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prosperity 7.9 mi 6.1
Park Middle School Beckley 8.1 mi 6.9
Cranberry-Prosperity Elementary Beckley 8.1 mi 8.3
Independence Middle School Sophia 9.0 mi 6.7
Independence High School Sophia 9.2 mi 5.3
Coal City Elementary Coal City 9.3 mi 4.1
Bradley Elementary School Mount Hope 8.6 mi 5.0
MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mt. Hope 9.0 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25844 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$92,708

Median Home Value

$67,600

Population

661

College Educated

16.2%

Homeownership

74.7%

Poverty Rate

33.9%

Median Age

40.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Ceredo-Kenova Middle School Ceredo, WV 7.3
Warm Springs Middle School Berkeley Springs, WV 7.4
South Charleston Middle School South Charleston, WV 7.1
Dunbar Middle School Dunbar, WV 7.6
Buffalo Middle School Kenova, WV 6.9
Man Middle School Mallory, WV 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Trap Hill Middle School

What grades does Trap Hill Middle School serve?

Trap Hill Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Trap Hill Middle School?

Trap Hill Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 347 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Trap Hill Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Trap Hill Middle School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Trap Hill Middle School rank in WV?

Trap Hill Middle School ranks #200 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Trap Hill Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Trap Hill Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Trap Hill Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Trap Hill Middle School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Trap Hill Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Trap Hill Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
4 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
347
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Raleigh County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
54.2%

District

RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
10,604
Schools in District
27
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,305
District Rank
#10 of 26

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