Serving 288 students in grades 3-5, Mercer Elementary 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 36% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mercer Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mercer Elementary School's student population of 288 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mercer 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 Mercer Elementary School is 0.30, which is more 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
#320 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
5%
4%
White
83%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mercer Elementary School's ranking?
Mercer Elementary School is ranked #320 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Mercer Elementary School often compared to?
Mercer Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Straley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Mercer Elementary School?
288 students attend Mercer Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Mercer Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mercer Elementary School?
Mercer Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mercer Elementary School offer ?
Mercer Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mercer Elementary School part of?
Mercer Elementary School is part of Mercer County Schools School District.
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