Serving 234 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gihon Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gihon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gihon Elementary School's student population of 234 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gihon Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gihon Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#13 out of 627 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
91%
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
74%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gihon Elementary School's ranking?
Gihon Elementary School is ranked #13 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Gihon Elementary School often compared to?
Gihon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary Center, Fairplains Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Gihon Elementary School?
234 students attend Gihon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Gihon Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gihon Elementary School?
Gihon Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gihon Elementary School offer ?
Gihon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gihon Elementary School part of?
Gihon Elementary School is part of Wood County Schools School District.
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