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Elkview Middle School

Middle School · KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS

5090 Elk River Rd N, Elkview, WV 25071

Enrollment

636

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

5.8

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#396 of 635

In Elkview

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#46 of 63

KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Elkview Middle School

5.8/10

Middle School in Elkview · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Elkview Middle School

Elkview Middle School is a public middle school in Elkview, WV, part of KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS. Elkview Middle School serves approximately 636 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Elkview Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #396 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Elkview Middle School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.6
  • WV avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Elkview Middle 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 Progress7.9Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change+3.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics5.0Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency33.2% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.2% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+2.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.2 pts
Overall Proficiency35% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected-7.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment3.6Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,242
Chronic Absenteeism32.5%

Elkview Middle School — Students at Elkview Middle School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 32.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
32.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 42.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.6% (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
43%
ELA
38%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
46%
2012
Math
44%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
27%
2016
Math
29%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
35%
2019
Math
35%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
24.8%
ELA
39.2%
2025
Math
33.2%
ELA
37.2%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Elkview Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
38th percentile in WV
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.5%

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

5090 Elk River Rd N, Elkview, WV 25071

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elkview Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MOUNTAINEER MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Charleston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chamberlain Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Charleston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shoals Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Charleston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elkview, see our Elkview schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Herbert Hoover High School Elkview 0.0 mi 4.9
ELK VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Elkview 0.4 mi 6.4
Clendenin Elementary School Elkview 0.6 mi 7.0
Pinch Elementary School Elkview 2.6 mi 8.4
Elk Elementary Center Charleston 5.8 mi 6.6
Mary Ingles Elementary School Tad 7.6 mi 6.6
Capital High School Charleston 7.2 mi 4.3
Shoals Elementary School Charleston 7.2 mi 9.1
Ruffner Elementary School Charleston 8.9 mi 8.5
Horace Mann Middle School Charleston 10.0 mi 6.4
Chamberlain Elementary School Charleston 10.2 mi 9.2
Malden Elementary School Charleston 10.7 mi 8.9
Kanawha City Elementary School Charleston 10.1 mi 7.7
West Virginia Virtual Academy Charleston 10.1 mi
CHARLESTON MONTESSORI INC. Charleston 10.1 mi 7.1
Edgewood Elementary Charleston 9.5 mi 6.0
Sissonville Elementary School Sissonville 10.1 mi 8.6
Piedmont Year-round Education Charleston 10.5 mi 7.3
MOUNTAINEER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Charleston 10.8 mi 9.4
SACRED HEART GRADE SCHOOL Charleston 10.6 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,397

Median Home Value

$159,100

Median Rent

$750/mo

Population

11,243

College Educated

25.3%

Homeownership

72.9%

Avg Commute

31.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

49.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Beckley-Stratton Middle School Beckley, WV 5.7
Taylor County Middle School Grafton, WV 5.7
Suncrest Middle School Morgantown, WV 5.9
B-u Middle School Buckhannon, WV 6.0
Andrew Jackson Middle School Charleston, WV 6.1
Chapmanville Middle School Chapmanville, WV 6.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elkview Middle School

What grades does Elkview Middle School serve?

Elkview Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Elkview Middle School?

Elkview Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 636 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elkview Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Elkview Middle School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elkview Middle School rank in WV?

Elkview Middle School ranks #396 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Elkview Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Elkview Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Elkview Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elkview Middle School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Elkview Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Elkview Middle School a Title I school?

No, Elkview Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
7 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Kanawha County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.5%

District

KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
23,433
Schools in District
66
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,242
District Rank
#46 of 63

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