Serving 225 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hite Saunders Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: HITE SAUNDERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the southwest part of Huntington, WV, covering an area of approximately 19.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hite Saunders Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hite Saunders Elementary School's student population of 225 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
225 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Hite Saunders Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hite Saunders Elementary School is 0.26, which is more 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
#17 out of 617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
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 Hite Saunders Elementary School's ranking?
Hite Saunders Elementary School is ranked #17 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Hite Saunders Elementary School often compared to?
Hite Saunders Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nichols Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Hite Saunders Elementary School?
225 students attend Hite Saunders Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Hite Saunders Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hite Saunders Elementary School?
Hite Saunders Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hite Saunders Elementary School offer ?
Hite Saunders Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hite Saunders Elementary School part of?
Hite Saunders Elementary School is part of Cabell County Schools.
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