Fellowsville Elementary

Fellowsville Elementary serves 75 students across grades PK through 4 in Tunnelton, West Virginia. At a student-teacher ratio of 9.4:1, classes stay small — an advantage that compounds in the early grades when consistent access to teachers shapes foundational skills. The school earns a composite score of 9.2 out of 10, rated Exceptional, driven by a 9.6 academic score and a 9.9 growth score.

In statewide context, Fellowsville ranks #13 of 635 public schools in West Virginia and outperforms 98% of West Virginia schools. Among elementary schools, the standing holds: #13 of 407 statewide. For a school of 75 students, both figures place it squarely in the top tier of public elementary education across the state.

Fellowsville is a regular public school — no application, no tuition, open to families in its attendance zone. Within Tunnelton, it ranks first of the two public schools in the area. Parents comparing elementary options in this part of West Virginia will find few public schools that match its combination of small class sizes and top-2% statewide performance.

With an enrollment of 75 students, Fellowsville Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 9.4:1, Fellowsville Elementary offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Located in a rural area, Fellowsville Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.