Serving 447 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shady Spring 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 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 447 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Shady Spring Elementary serves the eastern part of Shady Spring, WV, covering an area of approximately 45.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shady Spring Elementary School's student population of 447 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
447 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shady Spring Elementary 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 Shady Spring 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
#137 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shady Spring Elementary School's ranking?
Shady Spring Elementary School is ranked #137 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Shady Spring Elementary School often compared to?
Shady Spring Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daniels Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Shady Spring Elementary School?
447 students attend Shady Spring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Shady Spring Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shady Spring Elementary School?
Shady Spring Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shady Spring Elementary School offer ?
Shady Spring Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shady Spring Elementary School part of?
Shady Spring Elementary School is part of Raleigh County Schools.
School Reviews
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