Serving 161 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Center Mcmechen Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center Mcmechen Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Center Mcmechen Elementary School's student population of 161 students has declined by 29% 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
161 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 19, 2025
School Motto
Together We Lead and Learn
School Rankings
Center Mcmechen Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Center Mcmechen Elementary School is 0.28, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#97 out of 617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
84%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
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 is Center Mcmechen Elementary School's ranking?
Center Mcmechen Elementary School is ranked #97 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Center Mcmechen Elementary School?
161 students attend Center Mcmechen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Center Mcmechen Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Center Mcmechen Elementary School?
Center Mcmechen Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Center Mcmechen Elementary School offer ?
Center Mcmechen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Center Mcmechen Elementary School part of?
Center Mcmechen Elementary School is part of Marshall County Schools School District.
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