Serving 377 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Nitro Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nitro Elementary School's student population of 377 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
377 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Nitro Elementary 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 Nitro Elementary School is 0.33, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#437 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
5%
4%
White
81%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nitro Elementary School's ranking?
Nitro Elementary School is ranked #437 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Nitro Elementary School often compared to?
Nitro Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cross Lanes Elementary School, Point Harmony Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Nitro Elementary School?
377 students attend Nitro Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Nitro Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nitro Elementary School?
Nitro Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nitro Elementary School offer ?
Nitro Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nitro Elementary School part of?
Nitro Elementary School is part of Kanawha County Schools.
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