Serving 131 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Road Branch Elementary & Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower 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-8
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Road Branch Elementary & Middle School serves the northwest part of Cyclone, WV, covering an attendance area of approximately 27.3 square miles, with typical drive times of 5-10 minutes and an average distance of 3.2 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest edge of the zone is located about 5.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Road Branch Elementary & Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Road Branch Elementary & Middle School's student population of 131 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
131 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 ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Inspiring Our Students to Learn, Dream, and Achieve!
School Rankings
Road Branch Elementary & Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Road Branch Elementary & Middle 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
#293 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)80.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
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 Road Branch Elementary & Middle School's ranking?
Road Branch Elementary & Middle School is ranked #293 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Road Branch Elementary & Middle School?
131 students attend Road Branch Elementary & Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Road Branch Elementary & Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Road Branch Elementary & Middle School?
Road Branch Elementary & Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Road Branch Elementary & Middle School offer ?
Road Branch Elementary & Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Road Branch Elementary & Middle School part of?
Road Branch Elementary & Middle School is part of Wyoming County Schools.
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