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Very Good

#207 of 635 schools in WV

Top 32% in state

Lost Creek Elementary School

Elementary School · HARRISON COUNTY SCHOOLS

2919 Hawk Hwy, Lost Creek, WV 26385

Enrollment

113

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#207 of 635

In Lost Creek

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#7 of 23

HARRISON COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Lost Creek Elementary School

7.2/10

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

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8.1/10

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6.2/10

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About Lost Creek Elementary School

Lost Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lost Creek, WV, part of HARRISON COUNTY SCHOOLS. Lost Creek Elementary School serves approximately 113 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Lost Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #207 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Lost Creek Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.7
  • WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 113 students, Lost Creek Elementary School 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.

Lost Creek Elementary 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.

33% of students at Lost Creek 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 Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-0.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63.1% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53.1% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+9.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.8 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+13.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,396
Chronic Absenteeism32.7%

Lost Creek Elementary School — Students at Lost Creek Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 38.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 35 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
37%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
17%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
37%
2019
Math
37%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2024
Math
62.5%
ELA
54.2%
2025
Math
63.1%
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: 5.9/10.

How Lost Creek Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.2/10
68th percentile in WV
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.7%

Location

2919 Hawk Hwy, Lost Creek, WV 26385

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lost Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nutter Fort Intermediate School (rated 7.8/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Nutter Fort), which scores slightly higher. Another option is West Milford Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby West Milford), with a very similar rating. Additionally, North View Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Clarksburg), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lost Creek, see our Lost Creek schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.7 mi
School Distance Rating
South Harrison Middle School Lost Creek 0.0 mi 8.1
South Harrison High School Lost Creek 0.1 mi 6.2
West Milford Elementary School West Milford 1.3 mi 7.3
Jane Lew Elementary School Jane Lew 5.1 mi 5.2
Robert C Byrd High School Clarksburg 5.3 mi 5.8
Liberty High School Clarksburg 6.2 mi 5.4
Mountaineer Middle School Clarksburg 6.3 mi 4.5
Nutter Fort Primary School Nutter Fort 6.0 mi 4.8
Nutter Fort Intermediate School Nutter Fort 6.0 mi 7.8
MOTHER GOOSE LAND KINDERGARTEN Nutter Fort 6.4 mi
Washington Irving Middle School Clarksburg 6.7 mi 4.9
ST MARY'S CENTRAL GRADE SCHOOL Clarksburg 7.0 mi 6.3
Evolution High School Clarksburg 7.4 mi 2.9
Evolution Middle School Clarksburg 7.4 mi
United High School Clarksburg 7.4 mi 2.9
THE CLARKSBURG CHILDREN'S HOUSE Clarksburg 7.2 mi
EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clarksburg 7.6 mi 7.3
North View Elementary School Clarksburg 7.8 mi 7.0
Victory Elementary School Clarksburg 8.7 mi 6.8
Bridgeport High School Bridgeport 9.7 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26385 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,026

Median Home Value

$155,100

Median Rent

$933/mo

Population

3,021

College Educated

23.5%

Homeownership

92.2%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

43.5

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Morgantown, WV 7.2
Fountain Primary School Keyser, WV 7.3
Frametown Elementary School Frametown, WV 7.3
Glade Creek Elementary School Summersville, WV 7.0
Marsh Fork Elementary Rock Creek, WV 7.0
New Creek Primary School New Creek, WV 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lost Creek Elementary School

What grades does Lost Creek Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Lost Creek Elementary School?

Lost Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 113 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lost Creek Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lost Creek Elementary School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lost Creek Elementary School rank in WV?

Lost Creek Elementary School ranks #207 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Lost Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lost Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Lost Creek Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lost Creek Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Lost Creek Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Lost Creek Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Harrison County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.7%

District

HARRISON COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
9,724
Schools in District
25
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,396
District Rank
#7 of 23

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