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Westwood Middle School

670 River Rd, Morgantown, WV, 26501

About Westwood Middle School

Westwood Middle School is 670 River Road in Morgantown. The school has 640 students and teaches grades 6–8. There are 17 students for every teacher. According to academic results , 35% of students are good at math and 36% are good at reading. There are 47% females and 53% males in the school. People say that the school is stable and focused on academics. It uses special digital methods to keep teaching going when the weather is bad. The campus is an important part of the educational system in Monongalia County. It stresses that teachers should always be available and that students should be responsible for their own work.The school is also still committed to creating an environment where all students feel respected and encouraged to learn.Putting the most important skills first to get ready for the challenges of a world that is changing quickly. Actively looking for new ways to teach that work for different types of learners and take advantage of their unique intellectual strengths. Being a valuable asset that makes the area more attractive and desirable as a whole.Prices for homes in the area range from $190,000 to $360,000. Parents like that the school is committed to keeping up with the times in terms of academics. This school is the best school in Morgantown.

Contact Information

Address

670 River Rd, Morgantown, WV, 26501

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Phone

(304) 291-9300

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 35%
Reading 36%
State average proficiency is 35% in Math and 36% in Reading.
37
Full-time Teachers
9 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
332
Total Students
$63879
Avg. Teacher Salary
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More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
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
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 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: 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:15 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 84.64%
Asian 0.6%
Hispanic 2.71%
Black 2.41%
Two+ Races 9.64%
Native Am. 0%
White
84.64%
Asian
0.6%
Hispanic
2.71%
Black
2.41%
Two+ Races
9.64%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 332
46.08%
153 Female
53.92%
179 Male

Student Population

332 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 9 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

221 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Latest News

March 13 (Friday): 2-hour Early Dismissal – All Monongalia County schools will dismiss students early for staff planning.


March 16 – 17 (Mon–Tue): No School for Students – Professional development days for staff; students have a four-day weekend.


March 24 (Tuesday): Board of Education Meeting – 5:00 p.m.

FAQ

Q1. Do students who go to Westwood Middle School get rides?

Ans. Westwood Middle School offers bus service based on district routes and rules for who can use them.


Q2. What are Westwood Middle School's rules for disciplining students?

Ans. Westwood Middle School follows the county's rules for discipline, which stress fairness, consistency, and holding students responsible.


Q3. Does Westwood Middle School serve meals every day?

Ans. Westwood Middle School serves breakfast and lunch every day that meets the county's nutrition standards.


Q4. Does Westwood Middle School allow students to switch schools in the middle of the year?

Ans: Westwood Middle School helps students transfer in the middle of the year by giving them advice and changing their schedules.


Q5. What can parents do to keep an eye on their child's progress at Westwood Middle School?

Ans. Parents keep an eye on their child's progress by using online grade portals and setting up regular meetings with teachers.

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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