Serving 224 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Montrose Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Montrose Elementary School serves the west part of South Charleston, WV, encompassing an area of approximately 1.6 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically reach the school in 5-10 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 0.6 miles and the furthest edge located 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montrose Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Montrose Elementary School's student population of 224 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
224 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montrose Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montrose Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#99 out of 617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
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 Montrose Elementary School's ranking?
Montrose Elementary School is ranked #99 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Montrose Elementary School often compared to?
Montrose Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kenna Elementary School, Weberwood Elementary School, Overbrook Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Montrose Elementary School?
224 students attend Montrose Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Montrose Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montrose Elementary School?
Montrose Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Montrose Elementary School offer ?
Montrose Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Montrose Elementary School part of?
Montrose Elementary School is part of Kanawha County Schools.
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