Serving 235 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Davis Creek 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 65-69% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 15% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Davis Creek Elementary School serves the southwest part of Barboursville, WV, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davis Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Davis Creek Elementary School's student population of 235 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
235 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Davis Creek 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 Davis Creek Elementary School is 0.27, which is more 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
#79 out of 617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
85%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davis Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Davis Creek Elementary School is ranked #79 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Davis Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Davis Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hite Saunders Elementary School, Martha Elementary School, Nichols Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Davis Creek Elementary School?
235 students attend Davis Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Davis Creek Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Davis Creek Elementary School?
Davis Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Davis Creek Elementary School offer ?
Davis Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Davis Creek Elementary School part of?
Davis Creek Elementary School is part of Cabell County Schools.
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