Excellent

#46 of 635 schools in WV

Top 7% in state

Winfield Middle School

Middle School · PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS

11883 Winfield Rd, Winfield, WV 25213

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

523

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

8.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Enrollment

523

Student-Teacher

11.9:1

Score

8.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#46 of 635

In Winfield

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 22

PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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About Winfield Middle School

Winfield Middle School is a public middle school in Winfield, WV, part of PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS. Winfield Middle School serves approximately 523 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Winfield Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Winfield Middle School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district

8.7

This school 8.7 · Excellent
District avg 7.5
WV avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress7.7Very Good40%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data15

Annual Change+2.89 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendImproving

Academics9.2Excellent35%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency62.3% (2025 WVGSA)

Reading/ELA Proficiency64.4% (2025 WVGSA)

Math vs. State Avg+31.5 pts

Reading vs. State Avg+20 pts

Overall Proficiency63% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)

vs. Expected+14.4 pts

Adjusted Percentile88th

Resources & Environment9.6Excellent25%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio11.9:1

Per-Pupil Spending$13,757

Chronic Absenteeism15.9%

Winfield Middle School — Students at Winfield Middle School score 63% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

32.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

ELA Proficiency 59.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

43.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 36 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

69%

ELA

60%

2010

Math

67%

ELA

62%

2011

Math

65%

ELA

60%

2012

Math

62%

ELA

59%

2013

Math

60%

ELA

59%

2014

Math

39%

ELA

57%

2016

Math

50%

ELA

57%

2017

Math

60%

ELA

58%

2018

Math

61%

2019

Math

61%

2020*

Math

47%

ELA

53%

2021*

Math

47%

ELA

53%

2022

Math

56%

ELA

59%

2024

Math

59.9%

ELA

61%

2025

Math

62.3%

ELA

64.4%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Winfield Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score

8.7/10

93th percentile in WV

Academic

9.2/10

Excellent

Growth

7.7/10

Very Good

Environment

9.6/10

Excellent

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff

12:1 student-teacher ratio

44 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

15.9%

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

11883 Winfield Rd, Winfield, WV 25213

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Winfield Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. George Washington Middle (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Eleanor), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Poca Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Poca), a more accessible option. For more schools in Winfield, see our Winfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Winfield Elementary Winfield	0.5 mi	533	7.7
Winfield High School Winfield	0.6 mi	792	7.8
Hometown Elementary Red House	1.4 mi	45	5.8
George Washington Middle Eleanor	2.0 mi	284	8.0
George Washington Elementary Eleanor	2.1 mi	214	5.0
Eastbrook Elementary School Winfield	4.9 mi	267	5.2
TEAYS VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scott Depot	6.0 mi	224	6.0
Scott Teays Elementary Scott Depot	6.1 mi	464	6.5
Poca Elementary Poca	5.7 mi	291	8.3
Poca Middle School Poca	5.8 mi	297	6.0
Mountain View Elementary Hurricane	6.8 mi	453	6.5
Poca High School Poca	6.6 mi	432	5.4
Rock Branch Elementary Nitro	7.1 mi	197	5.6
Confidence Elementary Liberty	6.9 mi	106	6.0
West Teays Elementary Hurricane	7.7 mi	465	6.9
Buffalo Elementary School Buffalo	7.4 mi	192	7.4
Nitro High School Nitro	8.3 mi	798	5.0
Nitro Elementary School Nitro	8.3 mi	357	8.9
CALVARY BAPTIST ACADEMY Hurricane	7.8 mi	189	5.0
Buffalo High School Buffalo	7.4 mi	376	4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,750

Median Home Value

$248,800

Median Rent

$1,020/mo

Population

6,274

College Educated

34.5%

Homeownership

83.5%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

38.6

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
Shepherdstown Middle School Shepherdstown, WV	325	8.9
Oak Glen Middle School New Cumberland, WV	468	8.4
Bridgeport Middle School Bridgeport, WV	581	8.2
Edison Middle School Parkersburg, WV	568	8.2
Mountaineer Middle School Morgantown, WV	600	9.2
Lincoln Middle School Shinnston, WV	421	8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Winfield Middle School

What grades does Winfield Middle School serve?

Winfield Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Winfield Middle School?

Winfield Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 523 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Winfield Middle School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Winfield Middle School rank in WV?

Winfield Middle School ranks #46 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Winfield Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Winfield Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Winfield Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Winfield Middle School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Winfield Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Winfield Middle School a Title I school?

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