Serving 97 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Hugh Dingess Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hugh Dingess Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Hugh Dingess Elementary School's student population of 97 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
97 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hugh Dingess Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hugh Dingess Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#183 out of 627 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
98%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hugh Dingess Elementary School's ranking?
Hugh Dingess Elementary School is ranked #183 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Hugh Dingess Elementary School?
97 students attend Hugh Dingess Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Hugh Dingess Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hugh Dingess Elementary School?
Hugh Dingess Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Hugh Dingess Elementary School offer ?
Hugh Dingess Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hugh Dingess Elementary School part of?
Hugh Dingess Elementary School is part of Logan County Schools School District.
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