Serving 149 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Prichard Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prichard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Prichard Elementary School's student population of 149 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
149 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Prichard Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prichard Elementary School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#162 out of 629 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
99%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prichard Elementary School's ranking?
Prichard Elementary School is ranked #162 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Prichard Elementary School?
149 students attend Prichard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Prichard Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prichard Elementary School?
Prichard Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prichard Elementary School offer ?
Prichard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Prichard Elementary School part of?
Prichard Elementary School is part of Wayne County Schools School District.
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