Serving 11 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Mason County School For Success ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mason County School For Success ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mason County School For Success's student population of 11 students has declined by 62% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
11 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mason County School For Success ranks within the top 20% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mason County School For Success is 0.00, 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
#100 out of 627 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
100%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mason County School For Success's ranking?
Mason County School For Success is ranked #100 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Mason County School For Success?
11 students attend Mason County School For Success.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Mason County School For Success students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mason County School For Success?
Mason County School For Success has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mason County School For Success offer ?
Mason County School For Success offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mason County School For Success part of?
Mason County School For Success is part of Mason County Schools School District.
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