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Horace Mann Middle School

4300 Maccorkle Ave SE, Charleston, WV, 25304

About Horace Mann Middle School

Horace Mann Middle School is a public middle school in Charleston, West Virginia, which is a small city. The school has about 395 students in grades 6 through 8. The class sizes are a little bigger than the district average because there are about 27 full-time equivalent teachers and one full-time school counselor. The student-to-teacher ratio is about 15:1. The school follows state standards for a standard middle school curriculum that focuses on math, English language arts, science, and social studies. According to data from USA News, about 26% of students are good at math, and about 42% are good at reading. This data shows that there are still areas where students can improve academically. There are almost equal numbers of male and female students, with 51% female and 49% male. This pattern is typical of the diverse Charleston community. The school uses money from the district level, but we don't know how much money each student receives. Overall, Horace Mann Middle School is a pleasant place to learn, and with the right academic programs and a focus on teaching, it could help students do even better.

Horace Mann Middle School Contact Information

Address

4300 Maccorkle Ave SE, Charleston, WV, 25304

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Phone

(304) 348-1971

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 26%
Reading 42%
State average proficiency is 26% in Math and 42% in Reading.
27
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
395
Total Students
$63879
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 104 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Horace Mann Middle School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
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Hands-on with real robots
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Led by competition winners
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STEM career pathways

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.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 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.

Student Demographics

White 64.05%
Asian 3.04%
Hispanic 2.03%
Black 22.28%
Two+ Races 8.61%
Native Am. 0%
White
64.05%
Asian
3.04%
Hispanic
2.03%
Black
22.28%
Two+ Races
8.61%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 395
50.63%
200 Female
49.37%
195 Male

Student Population

395 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

395 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

The Kanawha County school district includes Horace Mann Middle School in Charleston, West Virginia. The school focuses on helping students grow and getting them involved in the community. There isn't much recent news about the school, but it is known for having a strong sense of community and being a good place to learn.

The Eagles are the school's wrestling team, and they're ready to face off against other teams in the Kanawha County conference. The school is located at 4300 MacCorkle Ave SE, Charleston, WV 25304, and it is dedicated to making sure its students feel safe and supported. The Kanawha County School District has been working on ways to make learning better, such as building projects and making plans for the future. The Eagles, Horace Mann Middle School's wrestling team, has also been a part of the school's sports programs.

FAQ

Q1. What does the school do to encourage good behavior?

Ans. Students learn to be responsible and polite when they know what is expected of them and get regular praise.

Q2. What does Horace Mann Middle School do to help parents?

Ans. The school keeps in touch with families through meetings, updates, and activities that everyone can take part in.

Q3. What makes Horace Mann Middle School a good place to be?

Ans. A friendly school environment makes students feel safe, supported, and eager to learn every day.

Q4. What kind of teaching does Horace Mann Middle School use?

Ans. The school uses interesting lessons that make students think critically and take part in them every day.

Q5. What does the school do to make students feel like they belong?

Ans. Every student feels valued and supported when classrooms are welcoming and respectful.

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

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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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
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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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