Mcninch Primary School serves 357 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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-2
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Attendance Zone: MCNINCH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the northwest part of Moundsville, WV, covering an area of approximately 22.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mcninch Primary School's student population of 357 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
357 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of our school is to provide a safe, respectful, and responsible learning environment for all students and staff at McNinch Primary.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Mcninch Primary School is 0.13, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
8%
Showing 2003–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Mcninch Primary School often compared to?
Mcninch Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Washington Lands Elementary School, Glen Dale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Mcninch Primary School?
357 students attend Mcninch Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Mcninch Primary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcninch Primary School?
Mcninch Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mcninch Primary School offer ?
Mcninch Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mcninch Primary School part of?
Mcninch Primary School is part of Marshall County Schools.
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