Serving 207 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Altizer Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Altizer Elementary School serves the western part of Huntington, WV, covering an area of approximately 5.4 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 5 to 10 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 1.1 miles, extending up to 2.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Altizer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Altizer Elementary School's student population of 207 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
207 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Altizer Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Altizer Elementary School is 0.35, which is more 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
#137 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
8%
Showing 2003–2012. Full 14-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 Altizer Elementary School's ranking?
Altizer Elementary School is ranked #137 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Altizer Elementary School often compared to?
Altizer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Explorer Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Altizer Elementary School?
207 students attend Altizer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Altizer Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Altizer Elementary School?
Altizer Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Altizer Elementary School offer ?
Altizer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Altizer Elementary School part of?
Altizer Elementary School is part of Cabell County Schools.
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