Serving 84 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Little Birch Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower 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 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Birch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Little Birch Elementary School's student population of 84 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
84 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Little Birch Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Little Birch Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#620 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
95%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Birch Elementary School's ranking?
Little Birch Elementary School is ranked #620 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Little Birch Elementary School?
84 students attend Little Birch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Little Birch Elementary School students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Little Birch Elementary School?
Little Birch Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Little Birch Elementary School offer ?
Little Birch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Little Birch Elementary School part of?
Little Birch Elementary School is part of Braxton County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 8/22/2011
Little Birch Elementary is a new, state of the art facility with dedicated staff from the Principal, to the Secretary to the Faculty and service personnel. It is in rural area and they offer what they can for the children as far as athletics. Parents are welcome and can help in many ways to make the teachers' jobs easier. I am very proud to be a part of the Little Birch Elementary School.
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