Serving 346 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Barrackville Elementary/middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barrackville Elementary/middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barrackville Elementary/middle School's student population of 346 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barrackville Elementary/middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barrackville Elementary/middle School is 0.08, 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
#66 out of 627 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
96%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barrackville Elementary/middle School's ranking?
Barrackville Elementary/middle School is ranked #66 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Barrackville Elementary/middle School often compared to?
Barrackville Elementary/middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Dale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Barrackville Elementary/middle School?
346 students attend Barrackville Elementary/middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Barrackville Elementary/middle School students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barrackville Elementary/middle School?
Barrackville Elementary/middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barrackville Elementary/middle School offer ?
Barrackville Elementary/middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Barrackville Elementary/middle School part of?
Barrackville Elementary/middle School is part of Marion County Schools School District.
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