Serving 316 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Highlawn Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). 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 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 316 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
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Highlawn Elementary School's student population of 316 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
316 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Highlawn Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlawn Elementary School is 0.57, which is more 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
#308 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
2%
Black
11%
4%
White
61%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
23%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Highlawn Elementary School's ranking?
Highlawn Elementary School is ranked #308 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Highlawn Elementary School often compared to?
Highlawn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guyandotte Elementary School, Central City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Highlawn Elementary School?
316 students attend Highlawn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Highlawn Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highlawn Elementary School?
Highlawn Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highlawn Elementary School offer ?
Highlawn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highlawn Elementary School part of?
Highlawn Elementary School is part of Cabell County Schools.
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