Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Fort Gay Pre K-8 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 22% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (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 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fort Gay Pre K-8 serves the southwest part of its school district in Fort Gay, WV, covering an area of approximately 78.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 13.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fort Gay Pre K-8's student population of 440 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fort Gay Pre K-8 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 Fort Gay Pre K-8 is 0.04, 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
#526 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
98%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)86.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Vikings
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Gay Pre K-8's ranking?
Fort Gay Pre K-8 is ranked #526 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Fort Gay Pre K-8 often compared to?
Fort Gay Pre K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Crum Pre K-8 School, Wayne Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Fort Gay Pre K-8?
440 students attend Fort Gay Pre K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Fort Gay Pre K-8 students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Gay Pre K-8?
Fort Gay Pre K-8 has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Fort Gay Pre K-8 offer ?
Fort Gay Pre K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Gay Pre K-8 part of?
Fort Gay Pre K-8 is part of Wayne County Schools.
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