Serving 379 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Explorer Academy 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 25-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Explorer Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Explorer Academy's student population of 379 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
Explorer Academy 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 Explorer Academy is 0.46, which is more 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
#465 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
11%
4%
White
71%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
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 Explorer Academy's ranking?
Explorer Academy is ranked #465 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Explorer Academy often compared to?
Explorer Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Guyandotte Elementary School, Central City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Explorer Academy?
379 students attend Explorer Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Explorer Academy students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Explorer Academy?
Explorer Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Explorer Academy offer ?
Explorer Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Explorer Academy part of?
Explorer Academy is part of Cabell County Schools School District.
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