SOUTH HARRISON MIDDLE SCHOOL

SOUTH HARRISON MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public middle school that is part of the Harrison County Schools school district, located in LOST CREEK, WV with about 279 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. With about 20 teachers, SOUTH HARRISON MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

SOUTH HARRISON MIDDLE SCHOOL, located in Lost Creek, West Virginia, serves as a central educational hub for the surrounding community. As part of the Harrison County School District, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages academic growth, personal development, and social responsibility during the critical middle school years. The school serves students in grades 6 through 8, providing a curriculum designed to prepare them for the transition to the high school level while offering various extracurricular opportunities to engage their specific interests.

Beyond its core academic offerings, SOUTH HARRISON MIDDLE SCHOOL emphasizes the importance of community and school spirit, often referred to as the "Hawk" community. The school focuses on building a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to participate in athletics, clubs, and service-oriented activities. By prioritizing both rigorous classroom instruction and the holistic development of its students, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded individuals who are prepared to contribute positively to their local community and beyond.

For more information, contact SOUTH HARRISON MIDDLE SCHOOL at (304) 326-7460 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3003 HAWK HWY
LOST CREEK, WV 26385
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SOUTH HARRISON MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in LOST CREEK, WV with about 279 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in West Virginia

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
Total Students:
279
Teachers:
20.79
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 279 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SOUTH HARRISON MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 96% of the student body.

White
95.7%
Two or more races
2.9%
Asian
0.7%
Black or African American
0.4%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%

Female
42.3%
Male
57.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.