Serving 181 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lashmeet/matoaka Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (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 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lashmeet/Matoaka School serves the west part of Matoaka, WV, encompassing an area of approximately 41.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.3 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lashmeet/matoaka Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Lashmeet/matoaka Elementary School's student population of 181 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
181 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
You matter...Every child, every parent, every staff member, every day!
School Rankings
Lashmeet/matoaka 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 Lashmeet/matoaka Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#276 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
4%
White
98%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lashmeet/matoaka Elementary School's ranking?
Lashmeet/matoaka Elementary School is ranked #276 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Lashmeet/matoaka Elementary School?
181 students attend Lashmeet/matoaka Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Lashmeet/matoaka Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lashmeet/matoaka Elementary School?
Lashmeet/matoaka Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lashmeet/matoaka Elementary School offer ?
Lashmeet/matoaka Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lashmeet/matoaka Elementary School part of?
Lashmeet/matoaka Elementary School is part of Mercer County Schools.
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