Serving 700 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Berkeley Heights Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 700 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29%
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berkeley Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Berkeley Heights Elementary School's student population of 700 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
700 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Berkeley Heights Elementary School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)25-29%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)20-24%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
2%
Black
14%
4%
White
62%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Berkeley Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Berkeley Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bunker Hill Elementary School, Opequon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Berkeley Heights Elementary School?
700 students attend Berkeley Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Berkeley Heights Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berkeley Heights Elementary School?
Berkeley Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Berkeley Heights Elementary School offer ?
Berkeley Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Berkeley Heights Elementary School part of?
Berkeley Heights Elementary School is part of Berkeley County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 3/10/2018
Berkeley Heights has an amazing staff that cares greatly for each and every child that enters our doors. We are blessed to have a supportive community that helps to maximize the potential of our students.
5 5/17/2016
I was very nervous about changing my kids into this school. I could not be happier. The staff is super friendly and helpful, it's organized they do all kinds of projects and things to get the kids as well as the parents involved...very impressed.
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