Serving 414 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shady Spring 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 47% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Asian), 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: 414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shady Spring Elementary School's student population of 414 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shady Spring 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 Shady Spring Elementary School is 0.06, 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)
47%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
97%
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
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shady Spring Elementary School's ranking?
Shady Spring 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 Shady Spring Elementary School often compared to?
Shady Spring Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daniels Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Shady Spring Elementary School?
414 students attend Shady Spring Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Shady Spring Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shady Spring Elementary School?
Shady Spring Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shady Spring Elementary School offer ?
Shady Spring Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Shady Spring Elementary School part of?
Shady Spring Elementary School is part of Raleigh County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 10/26/2020
I am a student here and this school is great. The teachers are so nice, and the students are even nicer. I reccomend this school to everyone!
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