Serving 216 students in grades 3-5, Ravenswood Grade School ranks in the top 30% 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 59% (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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Ravenswood Grade School serves the northern part of its school district in Ravenswood, WV, covering an area of approximately 104.3 square miles. Families typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.6 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 11.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ravenswood Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Ravenswood Grade School's student population of 216 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
216 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Ravenswood Grade School ranks within the top 30% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ravenswood Grade 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
#181 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
97%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
8%
Showing 2003–2012. View full 14-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 Ravenswood Grade School's ranking?
Ravenswood Grade School is ranked #181 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Ravenswood Grade School often compared to?
Ravenswood Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry J Kaiser Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% 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 Ravenswood Grade School?
216 students attend Ravenswood Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Ravenswood Grade School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ravenswood Grade School?
Ravenswood Grade School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ravenswood Grade School offer ?
Ravenswood Grade School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ravenswood Grade School part of?
Ravenswood Grade School is part of Jackson County Schools.
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