Serving 144 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Prichard Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prichard Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Prichard Elementary School's student population of 144 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
144 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Prichard Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prichard Elementary School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#239 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
3%
4%
White
97%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Prichard Elementary School's ranking?
Prichard Elementary School is ranked #239 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Prichard Elementary School?
144 students attend Prichard Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Prichard Elementary School students are White, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prichard Elementary School?
Prichard Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Prichard Elementary School offer ?
Prichard Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Prichard Elementary School part of?
Prichard Elementary School is part of Wayne County Schools School District.
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