Serving 22 students in grades 3-5, John J. Cornwell ranks in the top 20% 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 40-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John J. Cornwell ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
John J. Cornwell's student population of 22 students has declined by 77% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
John J. Cornwell ranks within the top 20% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John J. Cornwell is 0.17, 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
#124 out of 627 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
2%
Black
4%
4%
White
91%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
41%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 11/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John J. Cornwell's ranking?
John J. Cornwell is ranked #124 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend John J. Cornwell?
22 students attend John J. Cornwell.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of John J. Cornwell students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John J. Cornwell?
John J. Cornwell has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does John J. Cornwell offer ?
John J. Cornwell offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John J. Cornwell part of?
John J. Cornwell is part of Hampshire County Schools School District.
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