Serving 283 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Terra Alta/east Preston 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to 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: 283 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: TERRA ALTA/EAST PRESTON SCHOOL serves the southwest part of its school district in Terra Alta, WV, covering an area of approximately 199.3 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 21.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Terra Alta/east Preston School's student population of 283 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
283 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Future Focused, Student Centered
School Rankings
Terra Alta/east Preston 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 Terra Alta/east Preston 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
#352 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 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)
39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 24-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 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
50%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 27-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 Terra Alta/east Preston School's ranking?
Terra Alta/east Preston School is ranked #352 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Terra Alta/east Preston School often compared to?
Terra Alta/east Preston Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingwood Elementary School, Bruceton School by visitors of our site.
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 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Terra Alta/east Preston School?
283 students attend Terra Alta/east Preston School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Terra Alta/east Preston School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Terra Alta/east Preston School?
Terra Alta/east Preston School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Terra Alta/east Preston School offer ?
Terra Alta/east Preston School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Terra Alta/east Preston School part of?
Terra Alta/east Preston School is part of Preston County Schools.
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