Serving 235 students in grades 3-5, Ravenswood Grade School 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 46% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ravenswood Grade School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Ravenswood Grade School's student population of 235 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
235 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ravenswood Grade School 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 Ravenswood Grade School 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
#252 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
97%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ravenswood Grade School's ranking?
Ravenswood Grade School is ranked #252 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Ravenswood Grade School often compared to?
Ravenswood Grade Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry J Kaiser Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Ravenswood Grade School?
235 students attend Ravenswood Grade School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Ravenswood Grade School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ravenswood Grade School?
Ravenswood Grade School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ravenswood Grade School offer ?
Ravenswood Grade School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ravenswood Grade School part of?
Ravenswood Grade School is part of Jackson County Schools School District.
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