Serving 172 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alum Creek Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alum Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Alum Creek Elementary School's student population of 172 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
172 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alum Creek Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alum Creek Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#323 out of 629 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
3%
4%
White
96%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alum Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Alum Creek Elementary School is ranked #323 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Alum Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Alum Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgeview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Alum Creek Elementary School?
172 students attend Alum Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Alum Creek Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alum Creek Elementary School?
Alum Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alum Creek Elementary School offer ?
Alum Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alum Creek Elementary School part of?
Alum Creek Elementary School is part of Kanawha County Schools School District.
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