Martinsburg South Middle School WV (2026 List)

About Martinsburg South Middle School

Martinsburg South Middle School is 150 Badger Way in Martinsburg. There are 740 students in grades 6–8 at the school, and the student–teacher ratio is 15:1. According to academic reports, 25% of students are good at math and 28% are good at reading. There are 48% females and 52% males in the student body. The school has a community-oriented atmosphere where students are very involved. It is known for being dedicated to helping students grow and become leaders. The campus has a lot of resources to help students move from elementary school to middle school. Teachers work together to keep the learning environment safe and orderly.The administration is always putting the development of important skills that get students ready for the challenges of a world that is changing quickly at the top of their list. The faculty is also actively looking for new ways to teach that work for different types of learners and take advantage of their unique intellectual strengths. The school is a valuable asset that makes the area more appealing and desirable in the long run by keeping these high standards. The price of a home in the area ranges from $220,000 to $425,000. Families appreciate the many extracurricular activities available and how quickly the teachers respond. The school is working hard to become one of the best middle schools in West Virginia.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 25%

Reading 28%

State average proficiency is 25% in Math and 28% in Reading.

61

Full-time Teachers

12 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

746

Total Students

$63879

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 59.79%

Asian 0.8%

Hispanic 11.13%

Black 13.4%

Two+ Races 14.34%

Native Am. 0.4%

White

59.79%

Asian

0.8%

Hispanic

11.13%

Black

13.4%

Two+ Races

14.34%

Native Am.

0.4%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 746

50.94%

380 Female

49.06%

366 Male

Student Population

746 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

497 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Martinsburg South Middle School Contact Information

Address

150 Bulldog Blvd, Martinsburg, WV, 25401

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Phone

(304) 267-3542

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Website

berkeleycountyschools.org

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 6:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

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Latest News

Martinsburg South Middle School's band is preparing for the 2026 WV Wesleyan Honor Band performance. Martinsburg South Middle School's robotics team is currently competing for its third consecutive World Championship appearance. Martinsburg South Middle School teacher Laura Bohrer is concluding her prestigious Fulbright Teacher Exchange project in early 2026.

FAQ

Q1. Do students at Martinsburg South Middle School get meals every day?

Ans: Martinsburg South Middle School serves breakfast and lunch that meet the county's nutrition standards and guidelines.

Q2. What does Martinsburg South Middle School do to help students come to school more often?

Ans. Martinsburg South Middle School keeps a close eye on attendance and calls families when students are absent often.

Q3. Does Martinsburg South Middle School have access to technology?

Ans. Martinsburg South Middle School gives students access to digital tools that help with homework and lessons in class.

Q4. Can parents and teachers meet at Martinsburg South Middle School?

Ans. Martinsburg South Middle School sets up parent-teacher meetings throughout the year to talk about how well their students are doing in school.

Q5. How does Martinsburg South Middle School help students move from one grade to the next?

Ans. Martinsburg South Middle School helps students make the transition by holding orientation sessions and having counselors help them plan their schoolwork.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3

ML

Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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