Excellent

#110 of 635 schools in WV

Top 17% in state

Green Bank Elementary-middle School

Elementary School · POCAHONTAS COUNTY SCHOOLS

5917 Potomac Highlands Trl, Green Bank, WV 24944

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

204

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

204

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#110 of 635

In district

#3 of 5

POCAHONTAS COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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About Green Bank Elementary-middle School

Green Bank Elementary-middle School is a public elementary school in Green Bank, WV, part of POCAHONTAS COUNTY SCHOOLS. Green Bank Elementary-middle School serves approximately 204 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Green Bank Elementary-middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #110 of 635 schools in WV.

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

How it comparesOn par with district

8.1

This school 8.1 · Excellent
District avg 8.3
WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Green Bank Elementary-middle 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.

45% of students at Green Bank Elementary-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 Progress9.8Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data16

Annual Change+12.96 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendImproving

Academics5.0Average30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency37.1% (2025 WVGSA)

Reading/ELA Proficiency32.9% (2025 WVGSA)

Math vs. State Avg-16.1 pts

Reading vs. State Avg-13.4 pts

Overall Proficiency35% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)

vs. Expected-6.8 pts

Adjusted Percentile31th

Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1

Per-Pupil Spending$18,970

Chronic Absenteeism45.1%

Green Bank Elementary-middle School — Students at Green Bank Elementary-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 31.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

39.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

ELA Proficiency 31.8% (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

32%

ELA

37%

2010

Math

37%

ELA

37%

2011

Math

42%

ELA

42%

2012

Math

42%

ELA

42%

2013

Math

42%

ELA

42%

2014

Math

32%

ELA

37%

2015

Math

37%

2016

Math

42%

ELA

32%

2017

Math

42%

ELA

32%

2018

Math

27%

2019

Math

27%

2020*

Math

27%

ELA

32%

2021*

Math

27%

ELA

32%

2022

Math

27%

ELA

27%

2024

Math

20.7%

ELA

23.5%

2025

Math

37.2%

ELA

32.9%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Green Bank Elementary-middle School Compares

See how Green Bank Elementary-middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

8.1/10

83th percentile in WV

Academic

5.0/10

Average

Growth

9.8/10

Excellent

Environment

8.4/10

Excellent

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff

10:1 student-teacher ratio

20 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

45.1%

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

5917 Potomac Highlands Trl, Green Bank, WV 24944

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Green Bank Elementary-middle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hillsboro Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 28.8 miles away, in nearby Hillsboro), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highland Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Monterey), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Jennings Randolph Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 33.7 miles away, in nearby Elkins), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Green Bank, see our Green Bank schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 34.0 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Pocahontas County High School Dunmore	11.2 mi	291	7.6
Highland Elementary Monterey	13.4 mi	112	8.5
Highland High Monterey	13.4 mi	100	7.8
Tygarts Valley Middle/High School Mill Creek	22.2 mi	401	5.0
George Ward Elementary School Mill Creek	22.4 mi	325	6.0
Marlinton Elementary School Marlinton	20.3 mi	211	7.1
Marlinton Middle School Buckeye	21.9 mi	135	8.8
Bath County High Hot Springs	27.1 mi	183	7.6
North Fork Elementary School Circleville	24.8 mi	99	4.0
Beverly Elementary School Beverly	29.0 mi	243	3.4
TYGART VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Beverly	29.0 mi	134	3.1
Pickens Elementary/High School Pickens	26.1 mi	29	—
Valley Elementary Hot Springs	31.3 mi	185	5.9
Elkins High School Elkins	32.2 mi	740	4.9
Midland Elementary School Elkins	32.2 mi	168	6.0
ELKINS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Elkins	32.7 mi	69	5.9
Hillsboro Elementary School Hillsboro	28.8 mi	80	9.7
Jennings Randolph Elementary School Elkins	33.7 mi	229	8.0
Coalton Elementary School Coalton	33.4 mi	161	2.8
Randolph County Alternative Center Elkins	34.0 mi	25	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 24944 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,712

Median Home Value

$160,600

Population

331

College Educated

15.7%

Homeownership

87.2%

Poverty Rate

17.8%

Median Age

53.2

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
Buffalo Elementary School Accoville, WV	190	8.1
Doddridge County Early Learning Academy West Union, WV	181	8.1
Hite Saunders Elementary School Huntington, WV	194	8.1
Brushfork Elementary School Bluefield, WV	175	8.2
Cedar Grove Elementary School Cedar Grove, WV	163	8.2
Jennings Randolph Elementary School Elkins, WV	229	8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Green Bank Elementary-middle School

What grades does Green Bank Elementary-middle School serve?

Green Bank Elementary-middle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Green Bank Elementary-middle School?

Green Bank Elementary-middle School has an enrollment of approximately 204 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Green Bank Elementary-middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Green Bank Elementary-middle School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Green Bank Elementary-middle School rank in WV?

Green Bank Elementary-middle School ranks #110 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Green Bank Elementary-middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Green Bank Elementary-middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Green Bank Elementary-middle School?

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

Is Green Bank Elementary-middle School a charter school?

No, Green Bank Elementary-middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Green Bank Elementary-middle School a Title I school?

No, Green Bank Elementary-middle School is not currently a Title I school.