Serving 106 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Confidence Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower 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 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Confidence Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Confidence Elementary School's student population of 106 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
106 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Motto
Seek to inspire, and lead others higher.
School Rankings
Confidence 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 Confidence Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#111 out of 617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
99%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
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 Confidence Elementary School's ranking?
Confidence Elementary School is ranked #111 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Confidence Elementary School often compared to?
Confidence Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poca Elementary School, George Washington Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Confidence Elementary School?
106 students attend Confidence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Confidence Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Confidence Elementary School?
Confidence Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Confidence Elementary School offer ?
Confidence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Confidence Elementary School part of?
Confidence Elementary School is part of Putnam County Schools School District.
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