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Midland Elementary School

Elementary School · RANDOLPH COUNTY SCHOOLS

150 Kennedy Dr, Elkins, WV 26241

Enrollment

168

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#373 of 635

In Elkins

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#6 of 11

RANDOLPH COUNTY SCHOOLS

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Midland Elementary School

6.0/10

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

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4.9/10

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About Midland Elementary School

Midland Elementary School is a public elementary school in Elkins, WV, part of RANDOLPH COUNTY SCHOOLS. Midland Elementary School serves approximately 168 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Midland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #373 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Midland Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 168 students, Midland 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-2.62 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53.3% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.4% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg0 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.1 pts
Overall Proficiency50% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+6.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,936
Chronic Absenteeism16.7%

Midland Elementary School — Students at Midland Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 50.8% (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
57%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
52%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
47%
2019
Math
47%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2024
Math
56%
ELA
50%
2025
Math
53.3%
ELA
47.4%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Midland Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
41th percentile in WV
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

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

150 Kennedy Dr, Elkins, WV 26241

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Midland Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jennings Randolph Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Elkins Third Ward Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Elkins, see our Elkins schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Elkins High School Elkins 0.0 mi 4.9
ELKINS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Elkins 0.8 mi 5.9
Jennings Randolph Elementary School Elkins 1.5 mi 8.0
Randolph County Alternative Center Elkins 1.8 mi
GOOD SHEPHERD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Elkins 2.4 mi
Elkins Middle School Elkins 2.5 mi 3.1
Elkins Third Ward Elementary School Elkins 3.0 mi 7.1
Beverly Elementary School Beverly 3.5 mi 3.4
TYGART VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Beverly 3.5 mi 3.1
North Elementary School Elkins 3.7 mi 7.2
HIGHLAND ADVENTIST SCHOOL Elkins 4.1 mi 5.7
Coalton Elementary School Coalton 6.2 mi 2.8
Junior Elementary Junior 8.2 mi 5.4
Belington Elementary Belington 10.5 mi 4.4
Belington Middle School Belington 10.6 mi 6.4
George Ward Elementary School Mill Creek 12.9 mi 6.0
Tygarts Valley Middle/High School Mill Creek 13.1 mi 5.0
Philip Barbour High School Complex Philippi 16.8 mi 5.2
Tucker Valley Elementary Middle School Hambleton 17.6 mi 6.4
Union Elementary School Buckhannon 17.7 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26241 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,102

Median Home Value

$143,100

Median Rent

$831/mo

Population

14,221

College Educated

23.2%

Homeownership

71.4%

Avg Commute

14.8 min

Poverty Rate

14.2%

Median Age

44.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Midland Elementary School

What grades does Midland Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Midland Elementary School?

Midland Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 168 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Midland Elementary School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Midland Elementary School rank in WV?

Midland Elementary School ranks #373 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Midland Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Midland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Midland Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Midland Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Midland Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Midland Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
168
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Randolph County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.7%

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