Summary:
Zip code 26330 is home to a single middle school, Bridgeport Middle School, which serves grades 6 through 8 and enrolls 590 students in the Bridgeport, WV area.
Bridgeport Middle School is a standout performer within West Virginia, consistently earning a 5-star rating and ranking in the top 8% of middle schools statewide for the past three years. It achieved a #3 ranking in both 2023-2024 and 2024-2025, before moving to #13 in 2025-2026, which still places it in the 92nd percentile. The school significantly outperforms both its home district, Harrison County Schools, and the state average in every subject and grade level. In the 2025-2026 school year, math proficiency was 48.6% (compared to the state's 39.4%), English Language Arts proficiency was 61.0% (compared to the state's 47.6%), and 8th-grade science proficiency was 40.2% (compared to the state's 29.3%).
English Language Arts is the school's clear strength, with 7th graders achieving an impressive 64.9% proficiency rate—nearly 20 points above the state average. Both math and ELA scores peak in 7th grade before declining slightly in 8th grade, which may indicate a need for stronger 8th-grade preparation. Science proficiency also saw a notable year-over-year drop from 48.7% to 40.2%, though it still remains well above state averages. With a favorable 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio and a manageable enrollment of 590 students, the school provides a supportive learning environment. While its state ranking dipped slightly, its test scores remain strong, suggesting increased competition rather than declining performance. Overall, Bridgeport Middle School is an exceptional choice for families, offering consistent academic excellence across all core subjects within a well-supported district.
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