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 36 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hacker Valley Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). 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 Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Hacker Valley Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Hacker Valley, WV, covering an area of approximately 88.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.9 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hacker Valley Elementary School's student population of 36 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
36 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Hacker Valley Elementary School 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 Hacker Valley Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#316 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
15%
8%
Showing 2003–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hacker Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Hacker Valley Elementary School is ranked #316 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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 34% 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?
36 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.
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