Serving 45 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Rowlesburg School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rowlesburg School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rowlesburg School's student population of 45 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
45 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rowlesburg 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 Rowlesburg School is 0.04, 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
#580 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
98%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
13%
8%
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 Rowlesburg School's ranking?
Rowlesburg School is ranked #580 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Rowlesburg School?
45 students attend Rowlesburg School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Rowlesburg School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rowlesburg School?
Rowlesburg School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Rowlesburg School offer ?
Rowlesburg School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rowlesburg School part of?
Rowlesburg School is part of Preston County Schools School District.
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