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#316 of 635 schools in WV
Top 50% in state
Van Devender Middle School
Middle School · WOOD COUNTY SCHOOLS
918 31st St, Parkersburg, WV 26104
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
West Virginia schools
#316 of 635
In Parkersburg
#11 of 16
public schools
In district
#16 of 24
WOOD COUNTY SCHOOLS
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Van Devender Middle School
Van Devender Middle School is a public middle school in Parkersburg, WV, part of WOOD COUNTY SCHOOLS. Van Devender Middle School serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Van Devender Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #316 of 635 schools in WV.
Structured state assessment records for Van Devender Middle School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- WV avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Van Devender 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.
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Van Devender Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
34% of students at Van Devender 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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Van Devender Middle School — Students at Van Devender Middle School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
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: 8.6/10.
How Van Devender Middle School Compares
See how Van Devender 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
918 31st St, Parkersburg, WV 26104
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Van Devender Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Edison Middle School (rated 8.2/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hamilton Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jackson Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Vienna), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Parkersburg, see our Parkersburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NORTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Parkersburg | 0.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Parkersburg High School Parkersburg | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Madison Elementary School Parkersburg | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Emerson Elementary School Parkersburg | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Jefferson Elementary Center Parkersburg | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| PARKERSBURG CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Parkersburg | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Hamilton Middle School Parkersburg | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| PARKERSBURG CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Parkersburg | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Criss Elementary School Parkersburg | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Belpre High School Belpre | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Neale Elementary School Vienna | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Jackson Middle School Vienna | 2.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Parkersburg South High School Parkersburg | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Fairplains Elementary School Parkersburg | 3.0 mi | 8.3 |
| Franklin Elementary Center Parkersburg | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Vienna Elementary School Vienna | 3.1 mi | 8.9 |
| PARKERSBURG CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Parkersburg | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Gihon Elementary School Parkersburg | 3.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Martin Elementary School Parkersburg | 3.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Edison Middle School Parkersburg | 3.8 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 26104 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,695
Median Home Value
$164,600
Median Rent
$720/mo
Population
16,729
College Educated
25.5%
Homeownership
73.1%
Avg Commute
19.4 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
45.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Mckinley Middle School Saint Albans, WV | 6.5 |
| Monongah Middle School Monongah, WV | 6.5 |
| Wirt County Middle School Elizabeth, WV | 6.5 |
| Belington Middle School Belington, WV | 6.4 |
| Capon Bridge Middle School Capon Bridge, WV | 6.6 |
| Horace Mann Middle School Charleston, WV | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Van Devender Middle School
What grades does Van Devender Middle School serve?
Van Devender Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Van Devender Middle School?
Van Devender Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Van Devender Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Van Devender Middle School is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Van Devender Middle School rank in WV?
Van Devender Middle School ranks #316 of 635 schools in WV.
What is Van Devender Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Van Devender Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Van Devender Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Van Devender Middle School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Van Devender Middle School a charter school?
No, Van Devender Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Van Devender Middle School a Title I school?
No, Van Devender Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 286
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Wood County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.6%
- Phone
- (304) 420-9645
Resources & Links
District
WOOD COUNTY SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 11,310
- Schools in District
- 27
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,900
- District Rank
- #16 of 24
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