Serving 147 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Evans Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Evans Elementary School serves the west part of Evans, WV, covering an attendance area of approximately 29.3 square miles. Families typically experience a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Evans Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Evans Elementary School's student population of 147 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
147 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Motto
Excellence. Innovation. Success.
School Rankings
Evans Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Evans Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#8 out of 617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
n/a
4%
White
97%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Evans Elementary School's ranking?
Evans Elementary School is ranked #8 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Evans Elementary School?
147 students attend Evans Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Evans Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Evans Elementary School?
Evans Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Evans Elementary School offer ?
Evans Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Evans Elementary School part of?
Evans Elementary School is part of Jackson County Schools.
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