Below Average
#549 of 635 schools in WV
Midland Trail Elementary School
Elementary School · KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS
200 Ferry St, Diamond, WV 25015
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
West Virginia schools
#549 of 635
In district
#57 of 63
KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS
Academic performance
7.8 / 10
Very Good
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Midland Trail Elementary School
Elementary School in Diamond · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Midland Trail Elementary School
Midland Trail Elementary School is a public elementary school in Diamond, WV, part of KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS. Midland Trail Elementary School serves approximately 164 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Midland Trail Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #549 of 635 schools in WV.
Structured state assessment records for Midland Trail Elementary School show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 7.0
- WV avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 164 students, Midland Trail 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.
42% of students at Midland Trail 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
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Midland Trail Elementary School — Students at Midland Trail Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from WV state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 1.3/10.
How Midland Trail Elementary School Compares
See how Midland Trail Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
200 Ferry St, Diamond, WV 25015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Midland Trail Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chamberlain Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Charleston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sharon Dawes Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Miami), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Malden Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Charleston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Diamond, see our Diamond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Riverside High School Belle | 0.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Chesapeake Elementary School Chesapeake | 0.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Belle Elementary School Belle | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Marmet Elementary School Marmet | 3.7 mi | 4.2 |
| East Bank Middle School East Bank | 3.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Du Pont Middle School Belle | 5.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Cedar Grove Elementary School Cedar Grove | 4.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Sharon Dawes Elementary School Miami | 5.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Malden Elementary School Charleston | 6.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Mary Ingles Elementary School Tad | 8.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Pratt Elementary School Pratt | 6.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Chamberlain Elementary School Charleston | 8.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Sherman Elementary School Comfort | 7.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Horace Mann Middle School Charleston | 8.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Sherman Junior High School Seth | 8.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Kanawha City Elementary School Charleston | 9.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Sherman High School Seth | 8.8 mi | 3.4 |
| West Virginia Virtual Academy Charleston | 9.4 mi | — |
| CHARLESTON MONTESSORI INC. Charleston | 9.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Ruffner Elementary School Charleston | 10.5 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 25015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,472
Median Home Value
$106,900
Median Rent
$1,077/mo
Population
3,577
College Educated
13.5%
Homeownership
73.6%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
44
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ansted Elementary Ansted, WV | 4.2 |
| Marmet Elementary School Marmet, WV | 4.2 |
| Whitesville Elementary School Whitesville, WV | 4.2 |
| Oakvale School Princeton, WV | 4.4 |
| Center McMechen Elementary School Mcmechen, WV | 4.1 |
| Rainelle Elementary Rainelle, WV | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Midland Trail Elementary School
What grades does Midland Trail Elementary School serve?
Midland Trail Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Midland Trail Elementary School?
Midland Trail Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 164 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Midland Trail Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Midland Trail Elementary School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Midland Trail Elementary School rank in WV?
Midland Trail Elementary School ranks #549 of 635 schools in WV.
What is Midland Trail Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Midland Trail Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Trail Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Midland Trail Elementary School has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Midland Trail Elementary School a charter school?
No, Midland Trail Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Midland Trail Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Midland Trail Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 164
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Kanawha County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.5%
- Phone
- (304) 949-1823
Resources & Links
District
KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 23,433
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,242
- District Rank
- #57 of 63
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