Serving 199 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Geary Elementary/middle 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 25-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Geary Elementary/middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Geary Elementary/middle School's student population of 199 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Geary Elementary/middle 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 Geary Elementary/middle School is 0.06, 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
#427 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
97%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Geary Elementary/middle School's ranking?
Geary Elementary/middle School is ranked #427 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Geary Elementary/middle School often compared to?
Geary Elementary/middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walton Elementary/middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Geary Elementary/middle School?
199 students attend Geary Elementary/middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Geary Elementary/middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Geary Elementary/middle School?
Geary Elementary/middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Geary Elementary/middle School offer ?
Geary Elementary/middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Geary Elementary/middle School part of?
Geary Elementary/middle School is part of Roane County Schools.
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