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Junior Elementary

Elementary School · BARBOUR COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION

49 West 1st Street, Junior, WV 26275

Enrollment

106

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#433 of 635

In district

#5 of 7

BARBOUR COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION

Academic performance

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Junior Elementary

5.4/10

Elementary School in Junior · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.4/10

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6.4/10

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About Junior Elementary

Junior Elementary is a public elementary school in Junior, WV, part of BARBOUR COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION. Junior Elementary serves approximately 106 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Junior Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #433 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Junior Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 106 students, Junior Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Junior Elementary 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-3.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.8% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.1% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-7.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.8 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+8.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,158
Chronic Absenteeism15.1%

Junior Elementary — Students at Junior Elementary score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
51.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 35.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 33 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
24.5%
ELA
15%
2010
Math
15%
ELA
5%
2011
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2012
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2013
Math
35%
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2015
Math
24.5%
2016
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2017
Math
69.5%
ELA
49.5%
2018
Math
84.5%
2019
Math
84.5%
2020*
Math
69.5%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
69.5%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
54.5%
ELA
54.5%
2024
Math
53.3%
ELA
53.3%
2025
Math
45.8%
ELA
53.1%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Junior Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in WV
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
8 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.1%

Location

49 West 1st Street, Junior, WV 26275

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Junior Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jennings Randolph Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Elkins), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Elkins), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Philippi Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Philippi), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Junior, see our Junior schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Belington Elementary Belington 4.1 mi 4.4
Belington Middle School Belington 4.2 mi 6.4
Coalton Elementary School Coalton 5.7 mi 2.8
Elkins Third Ward Elementary School Elkins 5.7 mi 7.1
Elkins Middle School Elkins 6.1 mi 3.1
GOOD SHEPHERD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Elkins 6.4 mi
North Elementary School Elkins 6.2 mi 7.2
HIGHLAND ADVENTIST SCHOOL Elkins 6.3 mi 5.7
Jennings Randolph Elementary School Elkins 6.9 mi 8.0
Randolph County Alternative Center Elkins 7.0 mi
Elkins High School Elkins 8.2 mi 4.9
Midland Elementary School Elkins 8.2 mi 6.0
Philip Barbour High School Complex Philippi 9.3 mi 5.2
ELKINS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Elkins 8.3 mi 5.9
TYGART VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Beverly 10.3 mi 3.1
Beverly Elementary School Beverly 10.3 mi 3.4
FEED MY SHEEP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Philippi 13.1 mi
Philippi Elementary School Philippi 13.3 mi 7.2
Philippi Middle School Philippi 13.4 mi 6.0
Union Elementary School Buckhannon 11.4 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26275 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,889

Median Home Value

$75,000

Median Rent

$659/mo

Population

594

College Educated

2.8%

Homeownership

70%

Poverty Rate

26.3%

Median Age

30.2

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Dunlow Elementary School Dunlow, WV 5.2
Leon Elementary School Leon, WV 5.2
Brooke Intermediate School South Wellsburg, WV 5.8
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI Saint Albans, WV 5.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Junior Elementary

What grades does Junior Elementary serve?

Junior Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Junior Elementary?

Junior Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 106 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Junior Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Junior Elementary is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Junior Elementary rank in WV?

Junior Elementary ranks #433 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Junior Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Junior Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Junior Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Junior Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Junior Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Junior Elementary a Title I school?

No, Junior Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
8
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Barbour County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.1%

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