Fort Ashby Primary School serves 226 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 226 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fort Ashby Primary School's student population of 226 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
226 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
The diversity score of Fort Ashby Primary School is 0.00, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
100%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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
How many students attend Fort Ashby Primary School?
226 students attend Fort Ashby Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Fort Ashby Primary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Ashby Primary School?
Fort Ashby Primary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fort Ashby Primary School offer ?
Fort Ashby Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Ashby Primary School part of?
Fort Ashby Primary School is part of Mineral County Schools School District.
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