Serving 159 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cottageville Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cottageville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Cottageville Elementary School's student population of 159 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
159 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Cottageville Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cottageville Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#174 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
94%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cottageville Elementary School's ranking?
Cottageville Elementary School is ranked #174 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Cottageville Elementary School?
159 students attend Cottageville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Cottageville Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cottageville Elementary School?
Cottageville Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cottageville Elementary School offer ?
Cottageville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cottageville Elementary School part of?
Cottageville Elementary School is part of Jackson County Schools School District.
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