Serving 137 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gilmore 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 55-59% (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 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 137 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilmore Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gilmore Elementary School's student population of 137 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
137 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gilmore 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 Gilmore Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#24 out of 627 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
96%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
50%
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 Gilmore Elementary School's ranking?
Gilmore Elementary School is ranked #24 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Gilmore Elementary School?
137 students attend Gilmore Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Gilmore Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilmore Elementary School?
Gilmore Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gilmore Elementary School offer ?
Gilmore Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilmore Elementary School part of?
Gilmore Elementary School is part of Jackson County Schools School District.
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