Serving 201 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ghent Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ghent Elementary serves the southeast part of its school district in Ghent, WV, covering an area of approximately 53.4 square miles. Most families typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ghent Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ghent Elementary School's student population of 201 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
201 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Ghent Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ghent Elementary School 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
#81 out of 617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
White
98%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. 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 Ghent Elementary School's ranking?
Ghent Elementary School is ranked #81 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Ghent Elementary School?
201 students attend Ghent Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Ghent Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ghent Elementary School?
Ghent Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ghent Elementary School offer ?
Ghent Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ghent Elementary School part of?
Ghent Elementary School is part of Raleigh County Schools.
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