Serving 90 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Smithville Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Smithville Elementary serves the southern part of Smithville, WV, covering an area of approximately 155.4 square miles. Families within the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges being about 16.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smithville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Smithville Elementary School's student population of 90 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
90 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smithville Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithville Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#1 out of 617 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
13%
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 Smithville Elementary School's ranking?
Smithville Elementary School is ranked #1 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Smithville Elementary School?
90 students attend Smithville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Smithville Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smithville Elementary School?
Smithville Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Smithville Elementary School offer ?
Smithville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smithville Elementary School part of?
Smithville Elementary School is part of Ritchie County Schools.
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