Serving 152 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Marsh Fork 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 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 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marsh Fork Elementary serves the northwest part of the Rock Creek, WV school district, covering an area of approximately 78.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marsh Fork Elementary School's student population of 152 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
152 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Marsh Fork 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 Marsh Fork Elementary School is 0.06, 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 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
White
97%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Marsh Fork Elementary School's ranking?
Marsh Fork Elementary School is ranked #486 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Marsh Fork Elementary School often compared to?
Marsh Fork Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fairdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 Marsh Fork Elementary School?
152 students attend Marsh Fork Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Marsh Fork Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marsh Fork Elementary School?
Marsh Fork Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Marsh Fork Elementary School offer ?
Marsh Fork Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marsh Fork Elementary School part of?
Marsh Fork Elementary School is part of Raleigh County Schools.
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