Craigsville Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 65-69% (which was higher than the West Virginia state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 50-54% (which was higher than the West Virginia state average of 48%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students (12-13)
252 students
Total Classroom Teachers (12-13)
20 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)50-54%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(12-13)n/a
n/a
Asian
(12-13)n/a
1%
Hispanic
(12-13)n/a
1%
Black
(12-13)n/a
5%
White
(12-13)100%
91%
Hawaiian
(12-13)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(12-13)n/a
2%
Eligible for Free Lunch (12-13)
63%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% WV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% WV state average).
How many students attend Craigsville Elementary School?
252 students attend Craigsville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Craigsville Elementary School students are White.
What grades does Craigsville Elementary School offer ?
Craigsville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Craigsville Elementary School part of?
Craigsville Elementary School is part of Nicholas County Schools School District.
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