Excellent
#77 of 635 schools in WV
Top 12% in state
A. T. Allison Elementary School
Elementary School · HANCOCK COUNTY SCHOOLS
605 Railroad St, Chester, WV 26034
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
West Virginia schools
#77 of 635
In district
#4 of 7
HANCOCK COUNTY SCHOOLS
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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A. T. Allison Elementary School
Elementary School in Chester · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About A. T. Allison Elementary School
A. T. Allison Elementary School is a public elementary school in Chester, WV, part of HANCOCK COUNTY SCHOOLS.
A. T. Allison Elementary School serves approximately 257 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio.
A. T. Allison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #77 of 635 schools in WV.
Structured state assessment records for A. T. Allison Elementary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 8.6
- WV avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, A. T. Allison Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
32% of students at A. T. Allison Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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A. T. Allison Elementary School — Students at A. T. Allison Elementary School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)
Based on 33 test records from WV state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How A. T. Allison Elementary School Compares
See how A. T. Allison Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
605 Railroad St, Chester, WV 26034
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A. T. Allison Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. New Manchester Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby New Cumberland), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Beaver Local Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby East Liverpool), a more accessible option. Additionally, Daw Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Wellsville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Chester, see our Chester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Elementary School East Liverpool | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| East Liverpool High School East Liverpool | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| East Liverpool Junior High East Liverpool | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Buckeye On-Line School for Success East Liverpool | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Westgate Middle School East Liverpool | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Preschool at Westgate Middle School East Liverpool | 1.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Lacroft Elementary School East Liverpool | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Oak Glen Middle School New Cumberland | 4.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Oak Glen High School New Cumberland | 5.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Daw Elementary School Wellsville | 4.6 mi | 6.7 |
| New Manchester Elementary School New Cumberland | 6.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Wellsville Jr. Sr. High Wellsville | 5.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Garfield Elementary School Wellsville | 5.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Pennsylvania Cyber CS Midland | 5.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Midland El/MS Midland | 6.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Midland Innovation & Technology CS Midland | 6.0 mi | — |
| Lincoln Park Performing Arts CS Midland | 6.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Beaver Local Middle School East Liverpool | 7.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Beaver Local High School East Liverpool | 7.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Beaver Local Elementary School East Liverpool | 7.5 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 26034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,382
Median Home Value
$117,400
Median Rent
$769/mo
Population
4,555
College Educated
22.8%
Homeownership
80.3%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
50.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Big Otter Elementary School Duck, WV | 8.3 |
| Cranberry-Prosperity Elementary Beckley, WV | 8.3 |
| Fairplains Elementary School Parkersburg, WV | 8.3 |
| Frankford Elementary Frankford, WV | 8.3 |
| Poca Elementary Poca, WV | 8.3 |
| Barrackville Elementary/Middle School Barrackville, WV | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A. T. Allison Elementary School
What grades does A. T. Allison Elementary School serve?
A. T. Allison Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend A. T. Allison Elementary School?
A. T. Allison Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 257 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A. T. Allison Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at A. T. Allison Elementary School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A. T. Allison Elementary School rank in WV?
A. T. Allison Elementary School ranks #77 of 635 schools in WV.
What is A. T. Allison Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
A. T. Allison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at A. T. Allison Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, A. T. Allison Elementary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is A. T. Allison Elementary School a charter school?
No, A. T. Allison Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A. T. Allison Elementary School a Title I school?
No, A. T. Allison Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 257
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Hancock County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.5%
- Phone
- (304) 387-1915
Resources & Links
District
HANCOCK COUNTY SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 3,382
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,820
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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