Serving 258 students in grades 3-5, Mercer Elementary School 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 37% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mercer Elementary School serves the southeast part of Princeton, WV, covering an area of approximately 24.3 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest boundaries reaching up to 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mercer Elementary School's student population of 258 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
258 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mercer 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 Mercer Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#304 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)
37%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
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)23.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
12%
8%
Showing 2003–2012. Full 14-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 Mercer Elementary School's ranking?
Mercer Elementary School is ranked #304 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Mercer Elementary School often compared to?
Mercer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Straley Elementary School, Glenwood School (K-8) by visitors of our site.
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 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Mercer Elementary School?
258 students attend Mercer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Mercer Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mercer Elementary School?
Mercer Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mercer Elementary School offer ?
Mercer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mercer Elementary School part of?
Mercer Elementary School is part of Mercer County Schools.
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