Serving 251 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Meadows Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than 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 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meadows Elementary School serves the west part of Huntington, WV, covering an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadows Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Meadows Elementary School's student population of 251 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
251 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Meadows Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadows Elementary School is 0.37, which is more 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
#147 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
9%
4%
White
78%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadows Elementary School's ranking?
Meadows Elementary School is ranked #147 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Meadows Elementary School often compared to?
Meadows Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Hill Elementary School, Southside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Meadows Elementary School?
251 students attend Meadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Meadows Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadows Elementary School?
Meadows Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Meadows Elementary School offer ?
Meadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meadows Elementary School part of?
Meadows Elementary School is part of Cabell County Schools.
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