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Lavalette Elementary School

Elementary School · WAYNE COUNTY SCHOOLS

PO Box 380, Lavalette, WV 25535

Enrollment

229

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#430 of 635

In district

#9 of 18

WAYNE COUNTY SCHOOLS

School environment

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Lavalette Elementary School

5.5/10

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

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4.6/10

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About Lavalette Elementary School

Lavalette Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lavalette, WV, part of WAYNE COUNTY SCHOOLS. Lavalette Elementary School serves approximately 229 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lavalette Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #430 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Lavalette Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.4
  • WV avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.6% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.3% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-12.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+0.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,446
Chronic Absenteeism26.6%

Lavalette Elementary School — Students at Lavalette Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 49.2% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
52%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
57%
2019
Math
57%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
48.9%
ELA
42.7%
2025
Math
40.6%
ELA
45.3%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Lavalette Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
32th percentile in WV
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.6%

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

PO Box 380, Lavalette, WV 25535

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lavalette Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meadows Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Huntington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hite Saunders Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Huntington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Huntington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lavalette, see our Lavalette schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Wayne Elementary School Wayne 4.7 mi 4.6
Buffalo Middle School Kenova 4.1 mi 6.9
Wayne High School Wayne 5.2 mi 4.1
Buffalo Elementary School Kenova 4.3 mi 7.2
Wayne Middle School Wayne 5.3 mi 6.7
COVENANT SCHOOL Huntington 5.4 mi 5.2
Meadows Elementary School Huntington 5.8 mi 8.7
Huntington High School Huntington 5.5 mi 4.1
Huntington Middle School Huntington 6.2 mi 7.5
Southside Elementary Huntington 6.2 mi 5.1
Hite Saunders Elementary School Huntington 5.5 mi 8.1
OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH SCHOOL Huntington 6.1 mi 8.1
OUR LADY OF FATIMA CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER Huntington 6.1 mi 8.1
Spring Hill Elementary School Huntington 6.4 mi 5.4
GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Huntington 6.5 mi 6.0
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Huntington 6.7 mi 7.7
ST JOSEPH GRADE SCHOOL Huntington 6.8 mi 6.9
Central City Elementary School Huntington 6.6 mi 7.7
Spring Valley High School Huntington 6.0 mi 4.3
Explorer Academy Huntington 6.6 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25535 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,941

Median Home Value

$218,600

Median Rent

$1,045/mo

Population

2,420

College Educated

27.4%

Homeownership

86.2%

Poverty Rate

15.9%

Median Age

42.3

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School Thomas, WV 5.5
Madison Elementary School Wheeling, WV 5.5
Capon Bridge Elementary School Capon Bridge, WV 5.6
Creed Collins Elementary Pennsboro, WV 5.6
FAIRMONT CATHOLIC GRADE SCHOOL Fairmont, WV 5.6
Frankfort Intermediate School Fort Ashby, WV 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lavalette Elementary School

What grades does Lavalette Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Lavalette Elementary School?

Lavalette Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 229 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Lavalette Elementary School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lavalette Elementary School rank in WV?

Lavalette Elementary School ranks #430 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Lavalette Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lavalette Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Lavalette Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lavalette Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lavalette Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Lavalette Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
22 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
7 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
229
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.6%

District

WAYNE COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
6,138
Schools in District
18
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,446
District Rank
#9 of 18

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