Serving 197 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hite Saunders 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 70-74% (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 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), 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: 197 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hite Saunders 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
Hite Saunders Elementary School's student population of 197 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hite Saunders 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 Hite Saunders Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#19 out of 627 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
87%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hite Saunders Elementary School's ranking?
Hite Saunders Elementary School is ranked #19 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Hite Saunders Elementary School often compared to?
Hite Saunders Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nichols Elementary School, Martha Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Hite Saunders Elementary School?
197 students attend Hite Saunders Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Hite Saunders Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hite Saunders Elementary School?
Hite Saunders Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hite Saunders Elementary School offer ?
Hite Saunders Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hite Saunders Elementary School part of?
Hite Saunders Elementary School is part of Cabell County Schools School District.
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