Serving 651 students in grades 6-8, Musselman Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 651 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Musselman Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Musselman Middle School's student population of 651 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
651 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
School Motto
Musselman Means Success!
School Rankings
Musselman Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Musselman Middle School is 0.45, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#442 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
9%
3%
Black
8%
4%
White
73%
87%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Musselman Middle School's ranking?
Musselman Middle School is ranked #442 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Musselman Middle School often compared to?
Musselman Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mountain Ridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Musselman Middle School?
651 students attend Musselman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Musselman Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Musselman Middle School?
Musselman Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Musselman Middle School offer ?
Musselman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Musselman Middle School part of?
Musselman Middle School is part of Berkeley County Schools.
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