Serving 407 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central City Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Central City Elementary School's student population of 407 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central City Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central City Elementary School is 0.40, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#415 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
2%
Black
7%
4%
White
76%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central City Elementary School's ranking?
Central City Elementary School is ranked #415 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Central City Elementary School often compared to?
Central City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Explorer Academy, Guyandotte Elementary School, Highlawn Elementary 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 32% WV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Central City Elementary School?
407 students attend Central City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Central City Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central City Elementary School?
Central City Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Central City Elementary School offer ?
Central City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Central City Elementary School part of?
Central City Elementary School is part of Cabell County Schools School District.
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