Serving 244 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Jane Lew Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jane Lew Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Jane Lew Elementary School's student population of 244 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jane Lew Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jane Lew Elementary School is 0.13, which is less 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
#235 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
93%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jane Lew Elementary School's ranking?
Jane Lew Elementary School is ranked #235 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Jane Lew Elementary School often compared to?
Jane Lew Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peterson-central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Jane Lew Elementary School?
244 students attend Jane Lew Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Jane Lew Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jane Lew Elementary School?
Jane Lew Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jane Lew Elementary School offer ?
Jane Lew Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jane Lew Elementary School part of?
Jane Lew Elementary School is part of Lewis County Schools School District.
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