Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Clendenin 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 was 40-44% (which was higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 40-44% (which was approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Top Rankings
Clendenin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#207 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
99%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clendenin Elementary School's ranking?
Clendenin Elementary School is ranked #207 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Clendenin Elementary School?
322 students attend Clendenin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Clendenin Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clendenin Elementary School?
Clendenin Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clendenin Elementary School offer ?
Clendenin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clendenin Elementary School part of?
Clendenin Elementary School is part of Kanawha County Schools.
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