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Very Good

#198 of 635 schools in WV

Top 31% in state

Bruceton School

Elementary School · PRESTON COUNTY SCHOOLS

PO Box 141, Bruceton Mills, WV 26525

Enrollment

588

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#198 of 635

In district

#2 of 10

PRESTON COUNTY SCHOOLS

Equity

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Bruceton School

7.3/10

Elementary School in Bruceton Mills · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Bruceton School

Bruceton School is a public elementary school in Bruceton Mills, WV, part of PRESTON COUNTY SCHOOLS. Bruceton School serves approximately 588 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Bruceton School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #198 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Bruceton School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.1
  • WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Bruceton School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47.7% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.2% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.9 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,793
Chronic Absenteeism22.1%

Bruceton School — Students at Bruceton School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 45.8% (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
43%
ELA
41%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
49%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
49%
2014
Math
36%
ELA
43%
2015
Math
41%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
46%
2019
Math
46%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
40%
ELA
40%
2024
Math
44.4%
ELA
47.6%
2025
Math
47.7%
ELA
49.2%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How Bruceton School Compares

See how Bruceton School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
69th percentile in WV
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO Box 141, Bruceton Mills, WV 26525

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bruceton School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cheat Lake Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 12.0 miles away, in nearby Morgantown), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Smithfield El Sch (rated 7.4/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Smithfield), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Marclay Sch (rated 7.2/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Markleysburg), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bruceton Mills, see our Bruceton Mills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Wharton Sch Farmington 10.8 mi 6.3
NEW MEADOW RUN SCHOOL Farmington 11.0 mi 7.0
A J McMullen Sch Markleysburg 11.5 mi 6.2
Kingwood Elementary Kingwood 13.3 mi 5.9
Central Preston Middle School Kingwood 13.8 mi 5.7
Preston High School Kingwood 13.8 mi 3.3
A L Wilson El Sch Fairchance 13.2 mi 5.7
Hutchinson El Sch Uniontown 14.4 mi 6.3
Smithfield El Sch Smithfield 13.2 mi 7.4
Marclay Sch Markleysburg 12.5 mi 7.2
Albert Gallatin Area SHS Uniontown 13.9 mi 6.0
ADELPHOI EDUCATION AT ALBERT GALLATIN Uniontown 14.1 mi 6.3
MOUNT MORIAH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Smithfield 13.5 mi 6.1
Fayette County Career & Technical Institute Uniontown 15.0 mi
Cheat Lake Elementary School Morgantown 12.0 mi 7.8
West Preston School Arthurdale 14.4 mi 3.4
Friendsville Elementary Friendsville 12.6 mi 6.4
Hatfield El Sch Uniontown 16.0 mi 6.6
Terra Alta/east Preston School Terra Alta 15.9 mi 7.1
NEW DIRECTIONS Uniontown 16.6 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26525 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,938

Median Home Value

$203,300

Median Rent

$826/mo

Population

8,390

College Educated

16.9%

Homeownership

87.7%

Avg Commute

32.9 min

Poverty Rate

8.1%

Median Age

41.3

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
New River Intermediate Oak Hill, WV 7.3
Opequon Elementary School Martinsburg, WV 7.3
Ridgedale Elementary School Morgantown, WV 7.3
West Milford Elementary School West Milford, WV 7.3
Blue Ridge Elementary School Harpers Ferry, WV 7.2
Buffalo Elementary School Kenova, WV 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bruceton School

What grades does Bruceton School serve?

Bruceton School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Bruceton School?

Bruceton School has an enrollment of approximately 588 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bruceton School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bruceton School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bruceton School rank in WV?

Bruceton School ranks #198 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Bruceton School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bruceton School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Bruceton School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bruceton School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Bruceton School a charter school?

No, Bruceton School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bruceton School a Title I school?

No, Bruceton School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
588
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Preston County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.1%

District

PRESTON COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
3,949
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,793
District Rank
#2 of 10

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