Below Average
#501 of 635 schools in WV
Washington Irving Middle School
Middle School · HARRISON COUNTY SCHOOLS
443 Lee Ave, Clarksburg, WV 26301
Enrollment
541
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
541
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
4.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
West Virginia schools
#501 of 635
In Clarksburg
#5 of 8
public schools
In district
#18 of 23
HARRISON COUNTY SCHOOLS
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About Washington Irving Middle School
Washington Irving Middle School is a public middle school in Clarksburg, WV, part of HARRISON COUNTY SCHOOLS. Washington Irving Middle School serves approximately 541 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Washington Irving Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #501 of 635 schools in WV.
Structured state assessment records for Washington Irving Middle School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- WV avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Washington Irving 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.
36% of students at Washington Irving 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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Washington Irving Middle School — Students at Washington Irving Middle School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)
Based on 36 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: 6.4/10.
How Washington Irving Middle School Compares
See how Washington Irving 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
443 Lee Ave, Clarksburg, WV 26301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Washington Irving Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bridgeport Middle School (rated 8.2/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Bridgeport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mountaineer Middle School (rated 4.5/10, 2.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Clarksburg, see our Clarksburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE CLARKSBURG CHILDREN'S HOUSE Clarksburg | 0.5 mi | — |
| ST MARY'S CENTRAL GRADE SCHOOL Clarksburg | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clarksburg | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| North View Elementary School Clarksburg | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Robert C Byrd High School Clarksburg | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| MOTHER GOOSE LAND KINDERGARTEN Nutter Fort | 1.5 mi | — |
| Nutter Fort Primary School Nutter Fort | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Nutter Fort Intermediate School Nutter Fort | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Victory Elementary School Clarksburg | 2.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Mountaineer Middle School Clarksburg | 2.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Liberty High School Clarksburg | 2.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Evolution High School Clarksburg | 3.1 mi | 2.9 |
| Evolution Middle School Clarksburg | 3.1 mi | — |
| United High School Clarksburg | 3.1 mi | 2.9 |
| Bridgeport High School Bridgeport | 4.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Johnson Elementary School Bridgeport | 4.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Bridgeport Middle School Bridgeport | 4.4 mi | 8.2 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bridgeport | 4.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Simpson Elementary School Bridgeport | 4.9 mi | 7.0 |
| West Milford Elementary School West Milford | 6.1 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 26301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,773
Median Home Value
$123,500
Median Rent
$772/mo
Population
29,025
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bluefield Middle School Bluefield, WV | 4.9 |
| Romney Middle School Romney, WV | 5.0 |
| Robert L. Bland Middle School Weston, WV | 5.1 |
| Brooke Middle School Wellsburg, WV | 4.7 |
| Frankfort Middle School Ridgeley, WV | 5.3 |
| Martinsburg North Middle School Martinsburg, WV | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Washington Irving Middle School
What grades does Washington Irving Middle School serve?
Washington Irving Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Washington Irving Middle School?
Washington Irving Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 541 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Washington Irving Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Washington Irving Middle School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Washington Irving Middle School rank in WV?
Washington Irving Middle School ranks #501 of 635 schools in WV.
What is Washington Irving Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Washington Irving Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Washington Irving Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Washington Irving Middle School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Washington Irving Middle School a charter school?
No, Washington Irving Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Washington Irving Middle School a Title I school?
No, Washington Irving Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 541
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Harrison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (304) 326-7420
Resources & Links
District
HARRISON COUNTY SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 9,724
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,396
- District Rank
- #18 of 23
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