Serving 567 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 48% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). 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 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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-5
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Big Elm Elementary School serves the northern part of Shinnston, WV, covering an attendance area of approximately 84.9 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive time of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 14 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Big Elm Elementary School's student population of 567 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
567 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Big Elm Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Elm Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#219 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
White
96%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
50%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-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 Big Elm Elementary School's ranking?
Big Elm Elementary School is ranked #219 out of 617 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, Nutter Fort Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
567 students attend Big Elm Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Big Elm Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Elm Elementary School?
Big Elm Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Big Elm Elementary School part of?
Big Elm Elementary School is part of Harrison County Schools.
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