Serving 189 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than 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 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School serves the eastern part of Thomas, WV, covering an area of approximately 138.5 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 13.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School's student population of 189 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
189 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School is 0.04, which is less 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
#471 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
n/a
4%
White
98%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School's ranking?
Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School is ranked #471 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School?
189 students attend Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School?
Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School offer ?
Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School part of?
Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School is part of Tucker County Schools.
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