Serving 105 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mt. Nebo Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: MT Nebo Elementary School serves the southern part of Mount Nebo, WV, covering an area of approximately 29.6 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Nebo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mt. Nebo Elementary School's student population of 105 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
105 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mt. Nebo Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt. Nebo Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#48 out of 617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Black
1%
4%
White
97%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2008–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-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 Mt. Nebo Elementary School's ranking?
Mt. Nebo Elementary School is ranked #48 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Mt. Nebo Elementary School often compared to?
Mt. Nebo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Panther Creek Elementary School, Glade Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Mt. Nebo Elementary School?
105 students attend Mt. Nebo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Mt. Nebo Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Nebo Elementary School?
Mt. Nebo Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mt. Nebo Elementary School offer ?
Mt. Nebo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mt. Nebo Elementary School part of?
Mt. Nebo Elementary School is part of Nicholas County Schools.
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