New River Intermediate serves 581 students in grades 3-5.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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: 581 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50% in WV)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
New River Intermediate's student population of 581 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of New River Intermediate is 0.22, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
6%
4%
White
88%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend New River Intermediate?
581 students attend New River Intermediate.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of New River Intermediate students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New River Intermediate?
New River Intermediate has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does New River Intermediate offer ?
New River Intermediate offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is New River Intermediate part of?
New River Intermediate is part of Fayette County Schools School District.
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