Serving 621 students in grades 6-8, Elkview 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 26% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elkview Middle School serves the northeast part of its school district in Elkview, WV, covering an attendance area of approximately 237.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 9.4 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 15.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elkview Middle School's student population of 621 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
621 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Elkview 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 Elkview Middle School is 0.08, 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
#364 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
96%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Elkview Middle School's ranking?
Elkview Middle School is ranked #364 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Elkview Middle School often compared to?
Elkview Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elkins Middle School, Horace Mann Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Elkview Middle School?
621 students attend Elkview Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Elkview Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elkview Middle School?
Elkview Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elkview Middle School offer ?
Elkview Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elkview Middle School part of?
Elkview Middle School is part of Kanawha County Schools.
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