Serving 155 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cherry River 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 15-19% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 155 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherry River Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cherry River Elementary School's student population of 155 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
155 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Cherry River 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 Cherry River Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#618 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
99%
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
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherry River Elementary School's ranking?
Cherry River Elementary School is ranked #618 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Cherry River Elementary School?
155 students attend Cherry River Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Cherry River Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherry River Elementary School?
Cherry River Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Cherry River Elementary School offer ?
Cherry River Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cherry River Elementary School part of?
Cherry River Elementary School is part of Nicholas County Schools School District.
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