Serving 603 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bruceton School ranks in the top 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 44% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 603 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: BRUCETON SCHOOL serves the northern part of its district in Bruceton Mills, WV, covering an area of approximately 134.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bruceton School's student population of 603 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
603 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bruceton 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 Bruceton School is 0.02, 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
#240 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
99%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. 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 Bruceton School's ranking?
Bruceton School is ranked #240 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Bruceton School often compared to?
Bruceton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingwood Elementary School, Terra Alta/east Preston School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Bruceton School?
603 students attend Bruceton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Bruceton School students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bruceton School?
Bruceton School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bruceton School offer ?
Bruceton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bruceton School part of?
Bruceton School is part of Preston County Schools.
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