Serving 122 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mt Lookout Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (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 4% of the student body (majority Black), 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: 122 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt Lookout Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Mt Lookout Elementary School's student population of 122 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mt Lookout Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt Lookout Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#17 out of 627 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
96%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt Lookout Elementary School's ranking?
Mt Lookout Elementary School is ranked #17 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Mt Lookout Elementary School?
122 students attend Mt Lookout Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Mt Lookout Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mt Lookout Elementary School?
Mt Lookout Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mt Lookout Elementary School offer ?
Mt Lookout Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mt Lookout Elementary School part of?
Mt Lookout Elementary School is part of Nicholas County Schools School District.
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