Serving 261 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, A. T. Allison Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
A. T. Allison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
A. T. Allison Elementary School's student population of 261 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
261 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
United in Pursuing Excellence
School Rankings
A. T. Allison Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A. T. Allison Elementary School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#20 out of 617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A. T. Allison Elementary School's ranking?
A. T. Allison Elementary School is ranked #20 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are A. T. Allison Elementary School often compared to?
A. T. Allison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Manchester Elementary School, Weirton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend A. T. Allison Elementary School?
261 students attend A. T. Allison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of A. T. Allison Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of A. T. Allison Elementary School?
A. T. Allison Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does A. T. Allison Elementary School offer ?
A. T. Allison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is A. T. Allison Elementary School part of?
A. T. Allison Elementary School is part of Hancock County Schools.
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