Serving 44 students in grades 8-11, Elkins Mountain 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% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 8-11
- Enrollment: 44 students
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elkins Mountain School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Elkins Mountain School's student population of 44 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-11
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
44 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (14-15)
9 teachers
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
Campus Size
12 acres
School Motto
Making the Success of Each Child A Priority!
School Rankings
Elkins Mountain School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elkins Mountain School is 0.10, 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
#606 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
5%
4%
White
95%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
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 Elkins Mountain School's ranking?
Elkins Mountain School is ranked #606 out of 617 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Elkins Mountain School?
44 students attend Elkins Mountain School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Elkins Mountain School students are White, and 5% of students are Black.
What grades does Elkins Mountain School offer ?
Elkins Mountain School offers enrollment in grades 8-11 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elkins Mountain School part of?
Elkins Mountain School is part of West Virginia Schools Of Diversion And Transition.
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