Serving 148 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sharon Dawes Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (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 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sharon Dawes Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Miami, WV, covering an area of approximately 74.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 13 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sharon Dawes Elementary School's student population of 148 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
148 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sharon Dawes Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sharon Dawes Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#525 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
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 Sharon Dawes Elementary School's ranking?
Sharon Dawes Elementary School is ranked #525 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% 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 34% WV state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Sharon Dawes Elementary School?
148 students attend Sharon Dawes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Sharon Dawes Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sharon Dawes Elementary School?
Sharon Dawes Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sharon Dawes Elementary School offer ?
Sharon Dawes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sharon Dawes Elementary School part of?
Sharon Dawes Elementary School is part of Kanawha County Schools.
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