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Valley Pk-8 (2026 Ranking) - Smithers, WV

Valley Pk-8

Valley Pk-8 serves 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-8. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 545 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : 22% (Btm 50% in WV)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

School Overview

Valley Pk-8's student population of 545 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
545 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers

School Rankings

The diversity score of Valley Pk-8 is 0.29, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WV)
22%
34%
15-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
7%
4%
White
84%
87%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.29
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Valley Pk-8?
545 students attend Valley Pk-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Valley Pk-8 students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Pk-8?
Valley Pk-8 has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Valley Pk-8 offer ?
Valley Pk-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley Pk-8 part of?
Valley Pk-8 is part of Fayette County Schools.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 545 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 16%
  • : 22% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

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