Serving 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jane Lew Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 35-39% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jane Lew Elementary School serves the northern part of its school district in Jane Lew, WV, covering an area of approximately 94.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 11.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jane Lew Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Jane Lew Elementary School's student population of 271 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
271 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jane Lew Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jane Lew Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#200 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
4%
White
93%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-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 Jane Lew Elementary School's ranking?
Jane Lew Elementary School is ranked #200 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Jane Lew Elementary School often compared to?
Jane Lew Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peterson-central 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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Jane Lew Elementary School?
271 students attend Jane Lew Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Jane Lew Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jane Lew Elementary School?
Jane Lew Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jane Lew Elementary School offer ?
Jane Lew Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jane Lew Elementary School part of?
Jane Lew Elementary School is part of Lewis County Schools.
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