Serving 164 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kimball Elementary 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 20-24% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (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 34% 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-5
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kimball Elementary School serves the eastern part of its school district in Kimball, WV, covering an area of approximately 69.3 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kimball Elementary School's student population of 164 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
164 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Striving for excellence every day
School Rankings
Kimball Elementary 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 Kimball Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#583 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
19%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
13%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
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 Kimball Elementary School's ranking?
Kimball Elementary School is ranked #583 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Kimball Elementary School often compared to?
Kimball Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Iaeger Elementary School, Southside K-8, Welch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Kimball Elementary School?
164 students attend Kimball Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Kimball Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kimball Elementary School?
Kimball Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kimball Elementary School offer ?
Kimball Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kimball Elementary School part of?
Kimball Elementary School is part of Mcdowell County Schools.
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