Serving 17 students in grades 6-11, Davis-stuart School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-11
- Enrollment: 17 students
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in WV)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davis-stuart School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Davis-stuart School's student population of 17 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-11
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
17 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (14-15)
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Davis-stuart School is 0.21, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
88%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Davis-stuart School?
17 students attend Davis-stuart School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Davis-stuart School students are White, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Davis-stuart School offer ?
Davis-stuart School offers enrollment in grades 6-11 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Davis-stuart School part of?
Davis-stuart School is part of Wv Schools Of Diversion And Transition School District.
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