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#52 of 635 schools in WV

Top 8% in state

Guyandotte Elementary School

Elementary School · CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS

607 5th Ave, Huntington, WV 25702

Enrollment

238

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#52 of 635

In Huntington

#2 of 16

public schools

In district

#5 of 25

CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Guyandotte Elementary School

8.5/10

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

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About Guyandotte Elementary School

Guyandotte Elementary School is a public elementary school in Huntington, WV, part of CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS. Guyandotte Elementary School serves approximately 238 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Guyandotte Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #52 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Guyandotte Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.9
  • WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Guyandotte 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 Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+14.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.7% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.6% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-6.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.7 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,473
Chronic Absenteeism37.4%

Guyandotte Elementary School — Students at Guyandotte Elementary School score 45% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 30.9% (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

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2010
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2012
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2013
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
22%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
27%
2019
Math
27%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2024
Math
35.4%
ELA
25.7%
2025
Math
46.7%
ELA
43.6%

* 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 Guyandotte Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.5/10
92th percentile in WV
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.4%

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

607 5th Ave, Huntington, WV 25702

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Guyandotte Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fairland West Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Proctorville), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Meadows Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 2.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Huntington, see our Huntington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Crossroads Academy Huntington 0.8 mi 2.9
Explorer Academy Huntington 1.4 mi 5.2
Huntington East Middle School Huntington 1.4 mi 6.2
Altizer Elementary School Huntington 1.3 mi 6.3
Highlawn Elementary School Huntington 1.3 mi 4.7
OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH SCHOOL Huntington 1.8 mi 8.1
OUR LADY OF FATIMA CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER Huntington 1.8 mi 8.1
Fairland Middle School Proctorville 1.8 mi 6.5
Fairland West Elementary School Proctorville 2.0 mi 8.8
Fairland High School Proctorville 2.1 mi 5.5
Huntington High School Huntington 2.4 mi 4.1
Spring Hill Elementary School Huntington 2.2 mi 5.4
Hite Saunders Elementary School Huntington 3.1 mi 8.1
Meadows Elementary School Huntington 2.8 mi 8.7
ST JOSEPH GRADE SCHOOL Huntington 2.8 mi 6.9
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Huntington 2.8 mi 7.7
Davis Creek Elementary School Barboursville 4.0 mi 4.7
Huntington Middle School Huntington 3.8 mi 7.5
Southside Elementary Huntington 3.9 mi 5.1
Fairland East Elementary School Proctorville 4.3 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25702 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$39,225

Median Home Value

$79,900

Median Rent

$845/mo

Population

7,164

College Educated

20.6%

Homeownership

54.1%

Avg Commute

14.6 min

Poverty Rate

29.9%

Median Age

40.3

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Mabscott Elementary Mabscott, WV 8.5
Panther Creek Elementary School Nettie, WV 8.5
Ruffner Elementary School Charleston, WV 8.5
Rupert Elementary Crawley, WV 8.5
Steenrod Elementary School Wheeling, WV 8.5
Belle Elementary School Belle, WV 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Guyandotte Elementary School

What grades does Guyandotte Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Guyandotte Elementary School?

Guyandotte Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 238 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Guyandotte Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Guyandotte Elementary School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Guyandotte Elementary School rank in WV?

Guyandotte Elementary School ranks #52 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Guyandotte Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Guyandotte Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Guyandotte Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Guyandotte Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Guyandotte Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Guyandotte Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
238
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Cabell County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.4%

District

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

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