Serving 305 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elm Grove Elementary 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 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher 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 11% 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: 305 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elm Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Elm Grove Elementary School's student population of 305 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
305 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elm Grove Elementary 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 Elm Grove Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#85 out of 627 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
5%
4%
White
89%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
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 Elm Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Elm Grove Elementary School is ranked #85 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Elm Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Elm Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hilltop Elementary School, Bethlehem Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Elm Grove Elementary School?
305 students attend Elm Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Elm Grove Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elm Grove Elementary School?
Elm Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Elm Grove Elementary School offer ?
Elm Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elm Grove Elementary School part of?
Elm Grove Elementary School is part of Ohio County Schools School District.
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