Serving 107 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Sun Valley 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 20-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (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 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sun Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Sun Valley Elementary School's student population of 107 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
107 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Sun Valley 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 Sun Valley Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#481 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
98%
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
53%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
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 Sun Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Sun Valley Elementary School is ranked #481 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Sun Valley Elementary School?
107 students attend Sun Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Sun Valley Elementary School students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sun Valley Elementary School?
Sun Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Sun Valley Elementary School offer ?
Sun Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sun Valley Elementary School part of?
Sun Valley Elementary School is part of Mercer County Schools School District.
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