Serving 147 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Smoot Elementary 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 25-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than 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: 147 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smoot Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Smoot Elementary School's student population of 147 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
147 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Smoot Elementary 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 Smoot 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
#400 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
32%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
28%

Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%

Black
1%
4%

White
97%
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
54%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smoot Elementary School's ranking?
Smoot Elementary School is ranked #400 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Smoot Elementary School?
147 students attend Smoot Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Smoot Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smoot Elementary School?
Smoot Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Smoot Elementary School offer ?
Smoot Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Smoot Elementary School part of?
Smoot Elementary School is part of Greenbrier County Schools School District.
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