Serving 304 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tennerton 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 32%). 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 20:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tennerton Elementary School's student population of 304 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Tennerton Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tennerton Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#168 out of 627 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
98%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tennerton Elementary School's ranking?
Tennerton Elementary School is ranked #168 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Tennerton Elementary School often compared to?
Tennerton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buckhannon Academy 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 32% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Tennerton Elementary School?
304 students attend Tennerton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Tennerton Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tennerton Elementary School?
Tennerton Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tennerton Elementary School offer ?
Tennerton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tennerton Elementary School part of?
Tennerton Elementary School is part of Upshur County Schools School District.
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