Serving 628 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Big Elm 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 42% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Big Elm Elementary School's student population of 628 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Big Elm Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Elm Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#263 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
97%
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
58%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Elm Elementary School's ranking?
Big Elm Elementary School is ranked #263 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Big Elm Elementary School often compared to?
Big Elm Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnson Elementary School, Lumberport Elementary School, Simpson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Big Elm Elementary School?
628 students attend Big Elm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Big Elm Elementary School students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Big Elm Elementary School?
Big Elm Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Big Elm Elementary School offer ?
Big Elm Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Elm Elementary School part of?
Big Elm Elementary School is part of Harrison County Schools School District.
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