Serving 204 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Long Drain 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 25-29% (which is lower than 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 10:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 204 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Long Drain School serves the northeast part of Metz, WV, covering an area of approximately 122.5 square miles, with most families typically driving 10-12 minutes to reach the school, while the furthest edge of the zone is about 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Long Drain School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Long Drain School's student population of 204 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
204 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Long Drain 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 Long Drain 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
#486 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
99%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
50%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Long Drain School's ranking?
Long Drain School is ranked #486 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?
25-29% 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 Long Drain School?
204 students attend Long Drain School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Long Drain School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Long Drain School?
Long Drain School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Long Drain School offer ?
Long Drain School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Long Drain School part of?
Long Drain School is part of Wetzel County Schools.
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