Serving 111 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Junior Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than 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-4
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Junior Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Junior Elementary School's student population of 111 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
111 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Junior Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Junior 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
#48 out of 617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
n/a
4%
White
98%
87%
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
77%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Junior Elementary School's ranking?
Junior Elementary School is ranked #48 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Junior Elementary School?
111 students attend Junior Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Junior 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 Junior Elementary School?
Junior Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Junior Elementary School offer ?
Junior Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Junior Elementary School part of?
Junior Elementary School is part of Barbour County Schools.
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