SHEPHERDSTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL

School Overview
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.
331
Total Students
29.8
Full-Time Teachers
11.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SHEPHERDSTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White269
Hispanic24
Black16
Asian2
Two or More19
American Indian1
  • White
    269 (81.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    24 (7.3 %)
  • Two or More
    19 (5.7 %)
  • Black
    16 (4.8 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.6 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS
Phone: (304)876-6120
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 331
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 29.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 114
Grade 7 120
Grade 8 97

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for SHEPHERDSTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 6114
Grade 7120
Grade 897
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for SHEPHERDSTOWN MIDDLE SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female16349.2%
Male16850.8%