Serving 179 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Kasson Elementarymiddle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Kasson Elementary/Middle School serves the northeast part of Moatsville, WV, covering an area of approximately 84.7 square miles. Families in this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 11.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kasson Elementarymiddle School's student population of 179 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
179 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Kasson Elementarymiddle 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 Kasson Elementarymiddle School is 0.02, 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
#449 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
White
99%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. 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 Kasson Elementarymiddle School's ranking?
Kasson Elementarymiddle School is ranked #449 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Kasson Elementarymiddle School?
179 students attend Kasson Elementarymiddle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Kasson Elementarymiddle School students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kasson Elementarymiddle School?
Kasson Elementarymiddle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kasson Elementarymiddle School offer ?
Kasson Elementarymiddle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kasson Elementarymiddle School part of?
Kasson Elementarymiddle School is part of Barbour County Schools.
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