Serving 158 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Midland Trail Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midland Trail Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Midland Trail Elementary School's student population of 158 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
158 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
MTE - "Moving Towards Excellence"
School Rankings
Midland Trail Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midland Trail Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#87 out of 617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
95%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Midland Trail Elementary School's ranking?
Midland Trail Elementary School is ranked #87 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Midland Trail Elementary School often compared to?
Midland Trail Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Grove Elementary School, Belle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Midland Trail Elementary School?
158 students attend Midland Trail Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Midland Trail Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Midland Trail Elementary School?
Midland Trail Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Midland Trail Elementary School offer ?
Midland Trail Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Midland Trail Elementary School part of?
Midland Trail Elementary School is part of Kanawha County Schools.
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