Serving 571 students in grades 3-5, Mountain Ridge Intermediate ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Ridge Intermediate ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mountain Ridge Intermediate's student population of 571 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mountain Ridge Intermediate ranks within the top 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain Ridge Intermediate is 0.31, which is more 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
#308 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
2%
Black
4%
4%
White
83%
88%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Ridge Intermediate's ranking?
Mountain Ridge Intermediate is ranked #308 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Mountain Ridge Intermediate?
571 students attend Mountain Ridge Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Mountain Ridge Intermediate students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mountain Ridge Intermediate?
Mountain Ridge Intermediate has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mountain Ridge Intermediate offer ?
Mountain Ridge Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mountain Ridge Intermediate part of?
Mountain Ridge Intermediate is part of Berkeley County Schools School District.
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