Hacker Valley is an unincorporated community in northern Webster County, West Virginia, United States, along the Left Fork of the Holly River. Its ZIP Code is 26222.
Serving 40 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hacker Valley Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hacker Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hacker Valley Elementary School's student population of 40 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
40 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Hacker Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hacker Valley Elementary 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#299 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
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
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
15%
8%
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 Hacker Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Hacker Valley Elementary School is ranked #299 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Hacker Valley Elementary School?
40 students attend Hacker Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hacker Valley Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hacker Valley Elementary School?
Hacker Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hacker Valley Elementary School offer ?
Hacker Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hacker Valley Elementary School part of?
Hacker Valley Elementary School is part of Webster County Schools School District.
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