Serving 154 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Midland Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher 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 2% 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-5
- Enrollment: 154 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midland Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Midland Trail Elementary School's student population of 154 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
154 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Midland Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midland Trail Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#129 out of 627 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
98%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midland Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Midland Trail Elementary School is ranked #129 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Midland Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Midland Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belle Elementary School, Cedar Grove 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Midland Trail Elementary School?
154 students attend Midland Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Midland Trail Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midland Trail Elementary School?
Midland Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Midland Trail Elementary School offer ?
Midland Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Midland Trail Elementary School part of?
Midland Trail Elementary School is part of Kanawha County Schools School District.
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