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#250 of 635 schools in WV

Top 39% in state

Weir Middle School

Middle School · HANCOCK COUNTY SCHOOLS

125 Sinclair Ave, Weirton, WV 26062

Enrollment

538

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

6.9

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#250 of 635

In Weirton

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

HANCOCK COUNTY SCHOOLS

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Weir Middle School

6.9/10

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

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5.4/10

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About Weir Middle School

Weir Middle School is a public middle school in Weirton, WV, part of HANCOCK COUNTY SCHOOLS. Weir Middle School serves approximately 538 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Weir Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #250 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Weir Middle School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 7.7
  • WV avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Weir 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 Progress7.0Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.0Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.9% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.2% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+0.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.3 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected-5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,820
Chronic Absenteeism30.5%

Weir Middle School — Students at Weir Middle School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
34.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 45.4% (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
52%
ELA
46%
2010
Math
51%
ELA
51%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
48%
2015
Math
35%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
41%
2019
Math
41%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
39%
2024
Math
37.2%
ELA
43.1%
2025
Math
39.9%
ELA
43.2%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Weir Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
61th percentile in WV
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.5%

Location

125 Sinclair Ave, Weirton, WV 26062

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Weir Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Harding Middle School (rated 8.5/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Steubenville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 (rated 5.5/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Mingo Junction), a more accessible option. Additionally, Indian Creek Middle School Grades 7 & 8 (rated 5.3/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Mingo Junction), a more accessible option. For more schools in Weirton, see our Weirton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Weir High School Weirton 0.1 mi 5.4
ST PAULS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Weirton 0.9 mi 5.6
ST JOSEPH THE WORKER GRADE SCHOOL Weirton 1.3 mi 6.6
MADONNA HIGH SCHOOL Weirton 1.3 mi 6.4
Weirton Elementary Weirton 2.2 mi 8.7
East Garfield Elementary School Steubenville 3.0 mi 9.0
Steubenville High School Steubenville 3.5 mi 9.0
Wells Academy Steubenville 3.5 mi 8.3
Toronto Jr. / Sr. High School Toronto 3.8 mi 7.4
Toronto Elementary School Toronto 3.8 mi 8.0
Karaffa Elementary Toronto 3.8 mi 3.4
Harding Middle School Steubenville 4.1 mi 8.5
McKinley STEM Academy Steubenville 4.3 mi 6.8
Brooke Intermediate School North Follansbee 5.3 mi 9.4
Brooke Primary School North Follansbee 5.6 mi 5.9
Indian Creek Middle School Grades 7 & 8 Mingo Junction 5.7 mi 5.3
Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 Mingo Junction 5.7 mi 5.5
Hills Elementary School Mingo Junction 5.8 mi 7.2
Pugliese Elementary West Steubenville 5.0 mi 9.1
BISHOP JOHN KING MUSSIO ELEMENTARY Steubenville 5.1 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,027

Median Home Value

$122,800

Median Rent

$747/mo

Population

20,721

College Educated

21.9%

Homeownership

69.4%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Median Age

45.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Barboursville Middle School Barboursville, WV 6.9
Man Middle School Mallory, WV 6.9
Milton Middle School Milton, WV 6.9
Park Middle School Beckley, WV 6.9
Blennerhassett Middle School Parkersburg, WV 6.8
Du Pont Middle School Belle, WV 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Weir Middle School

What grades does Weir Middle School serve?

Weir Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Weir Middle School?

Weir Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 538 students.

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

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

Weir Middle School ranks #250 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Weir Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Weir Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Weir Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Weir Middle School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Weir Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Weir Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
12 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hancock County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.5%

District

HANCOCK COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
3,382
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,820
District Rank
#5 of 7

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