Serving 67 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Zela 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 20-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower 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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Zela Elementary School serves the west part of Summersville, WV, covering an attendance area of approximately 78.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Zela Elementary School's student population of 67 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
67 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Zela 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 Zela Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#501 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2002–2016. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.8%
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
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 Zela Elementary School's ranking?
Zela Elementary School is ranked #501 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Zela Elementary School?
67 students attend Zela Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Zela Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zela Elementary School?
Zela Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Zela Elementary School offer ?
Zela Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Zela Elementary School part of?
Zela Elementary School is part of Nicholas County Schools.
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