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#66 of 635 schools in WV

Top 10% in state

Barrackville Elementary/middle School

Elementary School · MARION COUNTY SCHOOLS

PO Box 150, Barrackville, WV 26559

Enrollment

346

Student-Teacher

13.8:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#66 of 635

In district

#3 of 19

MARION COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic performance

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Barrackville Elementary/middle School

8.4/10

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About Barrackville Elementary/middle School

Barrackville Elementary/middle School is a public elementary school in Barrackville, WV, part of MARION COUNTY SCHOOLS. Barrackville Elementary/middle School serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Barrackville Elementary/middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #66 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Barrackville Elementary/middle School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.1
  • WV avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.9% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.6% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+1.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.3 pts
Overall Proficiency56% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,106
Chronic Absenteeism23.1%

Barrackville Elementary/middle School — Students at Barrackville Elementary/middle School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 52.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 49 test records from WV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
48%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
53%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
40%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
41%
2019
Math
41%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
49.4%
ELA
54%
2025
Math
54.9%
ELA
57.6%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Barrackville Elementary/middle School Compares

See how Barrackville Elementary/middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
90th percentile in WV
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

Location

PO Box 150, Barrackville, WV 26559

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Barrackville Elementary/middle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pleasant Valley Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Pleasant Valley), which scores slightly higher. Another option is White Hall Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby White Hall), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Blackshere Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Mannington), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Barrackville, see our Barrackville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Fairmont Senior High School Fairmont 1.7 mi 5.8
FAIRMONT CATHOLIC GRADE SCHOOL Fairmont 1.7 mi 5.6
Jayenne Elementary School Fairmont 2.1 mi 8.1
West Fairmont Middle School Fairmont 2.4 mi 6.3
Watson Elementary School Fairmont 2.8 mi 5.0
East Fairmont Middle School Fairmont 2.4 mi 6.5
Pleasant Valley Elementary School Pleasant Valley 3.2 mi 9.3
Rivesville Elementary/Middle School Rivesville 2.9 mi 6.0
East Park Elementary School Fairmont 2.8 mi 4.2
East Fairmont High School Fairmont 3.5 mi 5.8
Monongah Middle School Monongah 3.9 mi 6.5
Monongah Elementary School Monongah 4.0 mi 8.0
East Dale Elementary School Fairmont 3.8 mi 5.6
White Hall Elementary School White Hall 5.8 mi 8.4
Fairview Elementary School Fairview 7.7 mi 6.2
Fairview Middle School Fairview 7.8 mi 7.1
North Marion High School Farmington 7.3 mi 5.6
Big Elm Elementary School Shinnston 9.3 mi 7.0
Blackshere Elementary School Mannington 8.4 mi 8.4
Mannington Middle School Mannington 9.7 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26559 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,182

Median Home Value

$159,000

Median Rent

$988/mo

Population

1,597

College Educated

35.7%

Homeownership

92.2%

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Median Age

44.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Belle Elementary School Belle, WV 8.4
Blackshere Elementary School Mannington, WV 8.4
Criss Elementary School Parkersburg, WV 8.4
Franklin Elementary School Franklin, WV 8.4
Hurricane Town Elementary Hurricane, WV 8.4
Pinch Elementary School Elkview, WV 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Barrackville Elementary/middle School

What grades does Barrackville Elementary/middle School serve?

Barrackville Elementary/middle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Barrackville Elementary/middle School?

Barrackville Elementary/middle School has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Barrackville Elementary/middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Barrackville Elementary/middle School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Barrackville Elementary/middle School rank in WV?

Barrackville Elementary/middle School ranks #66 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Barrackville Elementary/middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Barrackville Elementary/middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Barrackville Elementary/middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Barrackville Elementary/middle School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Barrackville Elementary/middle School a charter school?

No, Barrackville Elementary/middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Barrackville Elementary/middle School a Title I school?

No, Barrackville Elementary/middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

District

MARION COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
7,291
Schools in District
21
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,106
District Rank
#3 of 19

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