Serving 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Duval Pk-8 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 21% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 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 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 300 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: DUVAL PK-8 serves the eastern part of Griffithsville, WV, covering an attendance zone of approximately 152.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Duval Pk-8's student population of 300 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
300 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Motto
Preparing today’s learners to be tomorrow’s leaders.
School Rankings
Duval Pk-8 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 Duval Pk-8 is 0.02, 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
#595 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
4%
White
99%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duval Pk-8's ranking?
Duval Pk-8 is ranked #595 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Duval Pk-8?
300 students attend Duval Pk-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Duval Pk-8 students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Duval Pk-8?
Duval Pk-8 has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Duval Pk-8 offer ?
Duval Pk-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Duval Pk-8 part of?
Duval Pk-8 is part of Lincoln County Schools.
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