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Very Good

#147 of 635 schools in WV

Top 23% in state

Central City Elementary School

Elementary School · CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS

2100 Washington Ave, Huntington, WV 25704

Enrollment

419

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#147 of 635

In Huntington

#5 of 16

public schools

In district

#7 of 25

CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Central City Elementary School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Huntington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.5/10

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About Central City Elementary School

Central City Elementary School is a public elementary school in Huntington, WV, part of CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS. Central City Elementary School serves approximately 419 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Central City Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #147 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Central City Elementary School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

43% of students at Central City 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+5.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-7.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.3 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected-2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,473
Chronic Absenteeism42.7%

Central City Elementary School — Students at Central City Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 32.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 37 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
29%
ELA
35%
2010
Math
24%
ELA
24%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
38%
2012
Math
33%
ELA
28%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
28%
2014
Math
23%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
17%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
27%
2019
Math
27%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
37.1%
ELA
37.8%
2025
Math
46%
ELA
39%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Central City Elementary School Compares

See how Central City Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
77th percentile in WV
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.7%

Location

2100 Washington Ave, Huntington, WV 25704

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Central City Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meadows Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Chesapeake Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Chesapeake), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Kellogg Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Huntington, see our Huntington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Chesapeake High School Chesapeake 0.9 mi 4.5
Chesapeake Middle School Chesapeake 0.9 mi 6.2
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Huntington 0.8 mi 6.0
Burlington Elementary School South Point 0.9 mi 6.6
Vinson Middle School Huntington 1.3 mi 5.7
Kellogg Elementary School Huntington 1.7 mi 7.8
Chesapeake Elementary School Chesapeake 1.8 mi 8.3
COVENANT SCHOOL Huntington 2.0 mi 5.2
Southside Elementary Huntington 2.0 mi 5.1
Huntington Middle School Huntington 2.1 mi 7.5
Spring Valley High School Huntington 2.9 mi 4.3
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Huntington 3.0 mi 7.7
ST JOSEPH GRADE SCHOOL Huntington 3.1 mi 6.9
Meadows Elementary School Huntington 3.5 mi 8.7
Buffalo Elementary School Kenova 4.4 mi 7.2
Buffalo Middle School Kenova 4.5 mi 6.9
Spring Hill Elementary School Huntington 3.8 mi 5.4
Ceredo-Kenova Middle School Ceredo 4.2 mi 7.3
Ceredo-Kenova Elementary Kenova 4.2 mi 4.2
Lawrence County Chesapeake 5.7 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25704 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,646

Median Home Value

$119,000

Median Rent

$920/mo

Population

14,413

College Educated

25.1%

Homeownership

68.1%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

17%

Median Age

44.5

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Winfield Elementary Winfield, WV 7.7
Franklin Elementary Center Parkersburg, WV 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Central City Elementary School

What grades does Central City Elementary School serve?

Central City Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Central City Elementary School?

Central City Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 419 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Central City Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Central City Elementary School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Central City Elementary School rank in WV?

Central City Elementary School ranks #147 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Central City Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Central City Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Central City Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Central City Elementary School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Central City Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Central City Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Central City Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
50 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Cabell County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.7%

District

CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
11,449
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,473
District Rank
#7 of 25

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