Serving 181 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Long Drain School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Long Drain School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Long Drain School's student population of 181 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
181 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Long Drain 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 Long Drain School is 0.00, 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
#415 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
100%
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
78%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Long Drain School's ranking?
Long Drain School is ranked #415 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Long Drain School?
181 students attend Long Drain School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Long Drain School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Long Drain School?
Long Drain School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Long Drain School offer ?
Long Drain School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Long Drain School part of?
Long Drain School is part of Wetzel County Schools School District.
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