Serving 310 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Terra Alta/east Preston 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 31% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Terra Alta/east Preston School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Terra Alta/east Preston School's student population of 310 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Terra Alta/east Preston 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 Terra Alta/east Preston 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
#362 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
1%
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
70%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terra Alta/east Preston School's ranking?
Terra Alta/east Preston School is ranked #362 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Terra Alta/east Preston School often compared to?
Terra Alta/east Preston Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingwood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Terra Alta/east Preston School?
310 students attend Terra Alta/east Preston School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Terra Alta/east Preston 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 Terra Alta/east Preston School?
Terra Alta/east Preston School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Terra Alta/east Preston School offer ?
Terra Alta/east Preston School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Terra Alta/east Preston School part of?
Terra Alta/east Preston School is part of Preston County Schools School District.
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