Serving 479 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elk Elementary Center ranks in the top 50% 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 42% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is equal to 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 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elk Elementary Center's student population of 479 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elk Elementary Center ranks within the top 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elk Elementary Center is 0.06, 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
#247 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
97%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elk Elementary Center's ranking?
Elk Elementary Center is ranked #247 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Elk Elementary Center often compared to?
Elk Elementary Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Flinn Elementary School, Shoals Elementary School, Edgewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Elk Elementary Center?
479 students attend Elk Elementary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Elk Elementary Center students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elk Elementary Center?
Elk Elementary Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elk Elementary Center offer ?
Elk Elementary Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elk Elementary Center part of?
Elk Elementary Center is part of Kanawha County Schools School District.
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