Serving 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ona Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (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 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: ONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the northeast part of Ona, WV, covering an area of approximately 27.6 square miles. Most students are within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ona 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
Ona Elementary School's student population of 291 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
291 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Ona 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 Ona Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#74 out of 617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
2%
4%
White
96%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ona Elementary School's ranking?
Ona Elementary School is ranked #74 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Ona Elementary School often compared to?
Ona Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milton 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Ona Elementary School?
291 students attend Ona Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Ona Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ona Elementary School?
Ona Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ona Elementary School offer ?
Ona Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ona Elementary School part of?
Ona Elementary School is part of Cabell County Schools.
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