Serving 121 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mt. Lookout Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher 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 Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Lookout Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Mt. Lookout Elementary School's student population of 121 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
121 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating Students For Success In Life!
School Rankings
Mt. Lookout Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt. Lookout Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#11 out of 617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
1%
3%
White
98%
87%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
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 Mt. Lookout Elementary School's ranking?
Mt. Lookout Elementary School is ranked #11 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Mt. Lookout Elementary School?
121 students attend Mt. Lookout Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Mt. Lookout Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Lookout Elementary School?
Mt. Lookout Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mt. Lookout Elementary School offer ?
Mt. Lookout Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mt. Lookout Elementary School part of?
Mt. Lookout Elementary School is part of Nicholas County Schools.
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