Serving 256 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bradshaw 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 top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bradshaw Elementary School's student population of 256 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Bradshaw Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bradshaw Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#499 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
100%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bradshaw Elementary School's ranking?
Bradshaw Elementary School is ranked #499 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Bradshaw Elementary School?
256 students attend Bradshaw Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Bradshaw Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bradshaw Elementary School?
Bradshaw Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bradshaw Elementary School offer ?
Bradshaw Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bradshaw Elementary School part of?
Bradshaw Elementary School is part of Mcdowell County Schools School District.
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