The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 50-54% (which was higher than the West Virginia state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 50-54% (which was higher than the West Virginia state average of 48%).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students (12-13)
281 students
Total Classroom Teachers (12-13)
19 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)50-54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)50-54%
48%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(12-13)n/a
n/a
Asian
(12-13)n/a
1%
Hispanic
(12-13)n/a
1%
Black
(12-13)6%
5%
White
(12-13)93%
91%
Hawaiian
(12-13)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(12-13)1%
2%
Eligible for Free Lunch (12-13)
63%
47%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% WV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% WV state average).
How many students attend Matewan Elementary School?
281 students attend Matewan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Matewan Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Matewan Elementary School offer ?
Matewan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Matewan Elementary School part of?
Matewan Elementary School is part of Mingo County Schools School District.
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