Serving 124 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Glade Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 124 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Glade Creek Elementary School serves the northern part of Summersville, WV, covering an attendance area of approximately 65.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 9.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glade Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Glade Creek Elementary School's student population of 124 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
124 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Glade Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glade Creek Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#147 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
White
96%
87%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glade Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Glade Creek Elementary School is ranked #147 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Glade Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Glade Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Nebo Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Glade Creek Elementary School?
124 students attend Glade Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Glade Creek Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glade Creek Elementary School?
Glade Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Glade Creek Elementary School offer ?
Glade Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glade Creek Elementary School part of?
Glade Creek Elementary School is part of Nicholas County Schools.
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