SHEPHERDSTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL
SHEPHERDSTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public middle school that is part of the Jefferson County Schools school district, located in SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV with about 361 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. With about 28 teachers, SHEPHERDSTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.
SHEPHERDSTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL, located at 54 Minden Avenue in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, serves as a central hub for adolescent education in Jefferson County. Situated in a historic and culturally vibrant town, the school is integrated into a community known for its proximity to Shepherd University and a strong emphasis on the arts and humanities. The facility is designed to support the academic, social, and emotional development of students during their critical middle school years, typically fostering a transition-focused environment that prepares them for the rigors of high school.
As part of the Jefferson County Schools district, the institution generally follows a comprehensive curriculum that balances core academic subjects—such as mathematics, science, English, and social studies—with elective opportunities. The school community emphasizes fostering a safe and inclusive environment where students are encouraged to engage in extracurricular activities, athletics, and various student organizations. By leveraging its unique location and community support, SHEPHERDSTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL strives to provide a well-rounded educational experience that emphasizes both individual student growth and collective community involvement.
For more information, contact SHEPHERDSTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL at (304) 876-6120 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV 25443-4771
(304) 876-6120
SHEPHERDSTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV with about 361 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in West Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- Jefferson County Schools
- Total Students:
- 361
- Teachers:
- 28.5
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 361 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SHEPHERDSTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 80% of the student body.
- White
- 80.1%
- Two or more races
- 7.5%
- Black or African American
- 6.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.2%
- Asian
- 1.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 48.8%
- Male
- 51.2%
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.