Serving 143 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary Ingles Elementary School ranks in the top 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 8% 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-5
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mary Ingles Elementary School serves the eastern part of the Tad, WV school district, covering an area of approximately 30.2 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 10 to 12 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 3.6 miles, extending up to 6.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mary Ingles Elementary School's student population of 143 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
143 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Mary Ingles 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 Mary Ingles Elementary School is 0.15, 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
#272 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Black
3%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
92%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
8%
Showing 2003–2012. View full 14-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 Mary Ingles Elementary School's ranking?
Mary Ingles Elementary School is ranked #272 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Mary Ingles Elementary School?
143 students attend Mary Ingles Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Mary Ingles Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary Ingles Elementary School?
Mary Ingles Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mary Ingles Elementary School offer ?
Mary Ingles Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary Ingles Elementary School part of?
Mary Ingles Elementary School is part of Kanawha County Schools.
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