Serving 94 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Smithville Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 94 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
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Smithville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
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Smithville Elementary School's student population of 94 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
94 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
Smithville Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithville 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
#1 out of 617 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
97%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
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
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Smithville Elementary School's ranking?
Smithville Elementary School is ranked #1 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Smithville Elementary School?
94 students attend Smithville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Smithville Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smithville Elementary School?
Smithville Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Smithville Elementary School offer ?
Smithville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smithville Elementary School part of?
Smithville Elementary School is part of Ritchie County Schools.
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