Serving 171 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Malden Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 32%). 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 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Malden Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Malden Elementary School's student population of 171 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
171 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Malden Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Malden Elementary School is 0.40, which is more 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
#415 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
7%
4%
White
76%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malden Elementary School's ranking?
Malden Elementary School is ranked #415 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Malden Elementary School often compared to?
Malden Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grandview Elementary School, Richmond Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Malden Elementary School?
171 students attend Malden Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Malden Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Malden Elementary School?
Malden Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Malden Elementary School offer ?
Malden Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Malden Elementary School part of?
Malden Elementary School is part of Kanawha County Schools School District.
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