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Duval Pk-8

Elementary School · LINCOLN COUNTY SCHOOLS

5304 Straight Frk, Griffithsville, WV 25521

Enrollment

319

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#465 of 635

In district

#5 of 8

LINCOLN COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Duval Pk-8

5.2/10

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

Hamlin Pk-8

7.6/10

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4.2/10

7.2 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Duval Pk-8

Duval Pk-8 is a public elementary school in Griffithsville, WV, part of LINCOLN COUNTY SCHOOLS. Duval Pk-8 serves approximately 319 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Duval Pk-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #465 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Duval Pk-8 show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Duval Pk-8 sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Duval Pk-8 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.

65% of students at Duval Pk-8 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 Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics2.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19.3% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.5% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-34 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.8 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected-16.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
Resources & Environment3.2Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,841
Chronic Absenteeism64.6%

Duval Pk-8 — Students at Duval Pk-8 score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 24.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 28.9% (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
39%
ELA
30%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
40%
2011
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
38%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
21%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
32%
2019
Math
32%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
23%
ELA
26%
2024
Math
17%
ELA
21.7%
2025
Math
19.3%
ELA
25.5%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Duval Pk-8 Compares

See how Duval Pk-8 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
27th percentile in WV
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
64.6%

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

5304 Straight Frk, Griffithsville, WV 25521

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Duval Pk-8 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Culloden Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Culloden), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hurricane Town Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Hurricane), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Andrews Heights Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Tornado), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Griffithsville, see our Griffithsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Hamlin Pk-8 Hamlin 6.5 mi 7.6
Lincoln County High School Hamlin 7.2 mi 4.2
Midway Elementary School Alum Creek 8.6 mi 7.5
Lakeside Elementary Hurricane 12.0 mi 5.0
Andrews Heights Elementary School Tornado 10.8 mi 7.7
Hurricane Town Elementary Hurricane 13.0 mi 8.4
Hurricane Middle Hurricane 13.2 mi 7.3
MOUNTAIN STATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Culloden 12.9 mi 5.2
Culloden Elementary School Culloden 13.1 mi 9.1
Guyan Valley Middle Branchland 10.7 mi 4.5
Conner Street Elementary Hurricane 13.6 mi 6.9
Hurricane High School Hurricane 13.8 mi 7.1
Hayes Middle School Saint Albans 12.4 mi 6.5
Lakewood Elementary School Saint Albans 12.3 mi 7.4
CALVARY BAPTIST ACADEMY Hurricane 14.2 mi 5.0
West Teays Elementary Hurricane 14.4 mi 6.9
West Hamlin Elementary West Hamlin 11.7 mi 5.9
Anne Bailey Elementary School Saint Albans 13.4 mi 7.3
Mountain View Elementary Hurricane 14.6 mi 6.5
Brookview Elementary Foster 13.0 mi 4.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25521 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,375

Median Home Value

$95,600

Population

1,034

College Educated

7%

Homeownership

81.1%

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

42.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Duval Pk-8

What grades does Duval Pk-8 serve?

Duval Pk-8 serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Duval Pk-8?

Duval Pk-8 has an enrollment of approximately 319 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Duval Pk-8?

The student-teacher ratio at Duval Pk-8 is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Duval Pk-8 rank in WV?

Duval Pk-8 ranks #465 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Duval Pk-8's MySchoolScout rating?

Duval Pk-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Duval Pk-8?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Duval Pk-8 has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Duval Pk-8 a charter school?

No, Duval Pk-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Duval Pk-8 a Title I school?

No, Duval Pk-8 is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
2 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Lincoln County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
64.6%

District

LINCOLN COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
2,865
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,841
District Rank
#5 of 8

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