Serious incidents run well below the district average, and this school reports across every data category — a strong sign the numbers reflect reality.
| CATEGORY | COUNT | TIER |
|---|---|---|
| Firearm or explosive possession | 0 | Serious |
| Homicide | 0 | Serious |
| Physical attack with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| Rape / sexual assault | 0 | Serious |
| Referral to law enforcement | 2 | Serious |
| Robbery with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| School-related arrest | 0 | Serious |
| Threat of attack with weapon | 0 | Serious |
| Physical attack without weapon | 14 | Moderate |
| Robbery without weapon | 0 | Moderate |
| Threat of attack without weapon | 1 | Moderate |
| Bullying / harassment (general) | 0 | Minor |
West McDowell Middle School ranks #9 of 15 scoreable schools in this district.
| SCHOOL | GRADES | SCORE | GRADE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nebo Elementary School | PK–05 | 31 | A |
| Old Fort Elementary School | PK–05 | 29 | A |
| McDowell Early College | 09–13 | 28 | A |
| Pleasant Gardens Elementary School | PK–05 | 26 | A |
| Eastfield Global Magnet School | PK–05 | 26 | A |
| McDowell Virtual Academy | KG–12 | 26 | A |
| West Marion Elementary School | PK–05 | 24 | A |
| Foothills Community School | 06–08 | 24 | A |