Serving 364 students in grades 6-8, Romney 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 31% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Romney Middle School's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
364 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Rankings
Romney 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 Romney Middle School is 0.10, which is less 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
#405 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
95%
87%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Romney Middle School's ranking?
Romney Middle School is ranked #405 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Romney Middle School?
364 students attend Romney Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Romney Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Romney Middle School?
Romney Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Romney Middle School offer ?
Romney Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Romney Middle School part of?
Romney Middle School is part of Hampshire County Schools.
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