Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Daniels Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Daniels Elementary School's student population of 571 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
571 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Daniels Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Daniels Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#239 out of 629 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
94%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daniels Elementary School's ranking?
Daniels Elementary School is ranked #239 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Daniels Elementary School often compared to?
Daniels Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shady Spring Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Daniels Elementary School?
571 students attend Daniels Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Daniels Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Daniels Elementary School?
Daniels Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Daniels Elementary School offer ?
Daniels Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Daniels Elementary School part of?
Daniels Elementary School is part of Raleigh County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 11/11/2011
There should be more communication from school to parents especially over competitions in projects, etc. Does anyone ever know who wins anything? To the children this is very important. The joy of participating is very important but only knowing you are not a winner is disappointing.
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