Serving 310 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Jayenne Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (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 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Jayenne Elementary School serves the southeast part of Fairmont, WV, encompassing an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Most students typically have a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest zone edge located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jayenne Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jayenne Elementary School's student population of 310 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
310 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Jayenne 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 Jayenne Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#27 out of 617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Jayenne Elementary School's ranking?
Jayenne Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Jayenne Elementary School often compared to?
Jayenne Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Watson Elementary School, White Hall Elementary School, Monongah Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% 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 Jayenne Elementary School?
310 students attend Jayenne Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Jayenne Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jayenne Elementary School?
Jayenne Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jayenne Elementary School offer ?
Jayenne Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jayenne Elementary School part of?
Jayenne Elementary School is part of Marion County Schools.
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