Serving 48 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Gauley Bridge Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gauley Bridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gauley Bridge Elementary School's student population of 48 students has declined by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
48 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gauley Bridge Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gauley Bridge Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#125 out of 629 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
100%
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
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
13%
8%
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 Gauley Bridge Elementary School's ranking?
Gauley Bridge Elementary School is ranked #125 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Gauley Bridge Elementary School?
48 students attend Gauley Bridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Gauley Bridge Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gauley Bridge Elementary School?
Gauley Bridge Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gauley Bridge Elementary School offer ?
Gauley Bridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gauley Bridge Elementary School part of?
Gauley Bridge Elementary School is part of Fayette County Schools School District.
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