Serving 838 students in grades 6-8, Hurricane Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 838 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hurricane Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hurricane Middle School's student population of 838 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
838 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
School Rankings
Hurricane Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hurricane Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#72 out of 617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
3%
4%
White
92%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hurricane Middle School's ranking?
Hurricane Middle School is ranked #72 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Hurricane Middle School often compared to?
Hurricane Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Winfield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Hurricane Middle School?
838 students attend Hurricane Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Hurricane Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hurricane Middle School?
Hurricane Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hurricane Middle School offer ?
Hurricane Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hurricane Middle School part of?
Hurricane Middle School is part of Putnam County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 8/4/2014
HMS is a great school. The teachers interact with us students. The have many choices like band and chores. Teachers are a little stricket but that's because they care. If you live in Hurricane, West Virgina and you need a middle school and if you life in district you should goto this school.
5 9/26/2007
I LOVE IT
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