Hinton Area Elementary

Hinton Area Elementary is a public elementary school located in the rural setting of Hinton, West Virginia. Serving students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, the school has an enrollment of 292 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 10.8:1 with 27 full-time equivalent teachers. The academic performance at Hinton Area Elementary indicates room for growth; the MySchoolScout rating is 4.5 out of 10, placing it in the 31st percentile among West Virginia schools.

In state assessments, students showed proficiency rates of 20% in ELA/Reading and 22% in Math across all grades tested. Hinton Area Elementary focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment for its students, with dedicated teachers and small class sizes ensuring individualized attention. The rural setting provides a close-knit community atmosphere, where families are often closely involved in their children’s education and school activities.

Nestled in the heart of Hinton, the school is situated at 121 Park Avenue, making it an integral part of the local neighborhood.

While current test scores at Hinton Area Elementary are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Hinton Area 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.