Serving 384 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Matewan Pk8 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% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (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 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MATEWAN PK-8 serves the southern part of its school district in Matewan, WV, covering an area of approximately 76.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 6.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 10.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Matewan Pk8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Matewan Pk8's student population of 384 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
384 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Matewan Pk8 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 Matewan Pk8 is 0.10, 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
#292 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
8%
Showing 2003–2012. Full 13-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 Matewan Pk8's ranking?
Matewan Pk8 is ranked #292 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Matewan Pk8?
384 students attend Matewan Pk8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Matewan Pk8 students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Matewan Pk8?
Matewan Pk8 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Matewan Pk8 offer ?
Matewan Pk8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Matewan Pk8 part of?
Matewan Pk8 is part of Mingo County Schools.
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