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John Adams Middle School

2002 Presidential Dr, Charleston, WV, 25314

Top 25% School in West Virginia

Ranked 44 of 139 in West Virginia

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About John Adams Middle School

Charleston, West Virginia, is home to John Adams Middle School, a public middle school in a small city. The school has about 708 students and serves students in grades 6 through 8. With about 38 full-time equivalent teachers and one full-time school counselor, the student-teacher ratio is about 19:1, which is higher than the district average. The school has a standard middle school curriculum that focuses on core subjects like math, English language arts, science, and social studies. It also has programs to get students ready for high school and beyond. USA News says that about 52% of students are proficient in math and 67% are proficient in reading, which shows that they are doing well in literacy. There are about the same number of boys and girls in the school, with 48% girls and 52% boys. We don't have exact information on how much money each student gets, but John Adams Middle School uses resources provided by the district. Overall, the school offers a supportive learning environment where students can build on their strengths and continue to grow.

Contact Information

Address

2002 Presidential Dr, Charleston, WV, 25314

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Phone

(304) 348-6652

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 52%
Reading 67%
State average proficiency is 52% in Math and 67% in Reading.
38
Full-time Teachers
19 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
1
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
708
Total Students
$63879
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 44 IN STEM IN STATE

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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
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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 81.36%
Asian 3.11%
Hispanic 1.84%
Black 6.92%
Two+ Races 6.36%
Native Am. 0%
White
81.36%
Asian
3.11%
Hispanic
1.84%
Black
6.92%
Two+ Races
6.36%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 708
47.74%
338 Female
52.26%
370 Male

Student Population

708 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 19 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

354 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

John Adams Middle School in Charleston, West Virginia, is making a splash with its new ideas! Recently, the school held its Annual School Goals and Budget Consultation Meeting. Parents and community members came together to talk about the school's goals and budget for the next year. This joint project shows how much the school cares about being open and getting the community involved.

The school is also honoring its talented students and hard-working staff. Several teachers were honored for their exceptional professionalism and dedication. John Adams Middle School is always one of the best middle schools in West Virginia. Its test scores are much higher than the district and state averages.

FAQ

Q1. How does working together help you learn?

Ans. Group activities help students learn how to work together, share ideas, and solve problems.

Q2. How does the school talk to families?

Ans. To help students do well and get involved, teachers and staff talk to families on a regular basis.

Q3. What skills are strengthened outside of school?

Ans. Through daily interactions and school activities, students learn how to talk to each other, be responsible, and feel good about themselves.

Q4. What kind of learning space does John Adams Middle School offer?

Ans. The school has a structured but welcoming environment that makes students want to learn and try new things.

Q5. How do you make lessons interesting for your students?

Ans. Teachers keep learning fun by using interactive methods, hands-on activities, and group discussions.

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

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

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James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

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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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