Serving 72 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Elk Garden 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (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 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elk Garden School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Elk Garden School's student population of 72 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
72 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Elk Garden School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elk Garden School is 0.15, 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
#486 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
2%
Black
5%
4%
White
92%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elk Garden School's ranking?
Elk Garden School is ranked #486 out of 627 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Elk Garden School?
72 students attend Elk Garden School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Elk Garden School students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elk Garden School?
Elk Garden School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elk Garden School offer ?
Elk Garden School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elk Garden School part of?
Elk Garden School is part of Mineral County Schools School District.
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