Below Average
#569 of 635 schools in WV
Based on limited data
New River Primary
Elementary School · FAYETTE COUNTY SCHOOLS
308 W Oyler Avenue, Oak Hill, WV 25901
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on WV statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
648
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
648
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
West Virginia schools
#569 of 635
In Oak Hill
#4 of 4
public schools
In district
#10 of 11
FAYETTE COUNTY SCHOOLS
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New River Primary
Elementary School in Oak Hill · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About New River Primary
New River Primary is a public elementary school in Oak Hill, WV, part of FAYETTE COUNTY SCHOOLS. New River Primary serves approximately 648 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. New River Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #569 of 635 schools in WV.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- WV avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
56% of students at New River Primary 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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Test Scores
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How New River Primary Compares
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Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
308 W Oyler Avenue, Oak Hill, WV 25901
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering New River Primary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Maxwell Hill Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Beckley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cranberry-Prosperity Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Beckley), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fayetteville Pk-8 (rated 8.2/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Fayetteville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Oak Hill, see our Oak Hill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| New River Intermediate Oak Hill | 0.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Oak Hill Middle School Oak Hill | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| SAINTS PETER & PAUL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Oak Hill | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Oak Hill High Oak Hill | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hilltop | 3.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Fayetteville Pk-8 Fayetteville | 4.3 mi | 8.2 |
| MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Mt. Hope | 9.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Bradley Elementary School Mount Hope | 10.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Ansted Elementary Ansted | 10.6 mi | 4.2 |
| GREATER BECKLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Prosperity | 10.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Cranberry-Prosperity Elementary Beckley | 11.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Stanaford Elementary School Beckley | 12.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Maxwell Hill Elementary Beckley | 12.8 mi | 9.2 |
| Woodrow Wilson High School Beckley | 13.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Midland Trail High Hico | 11.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Divide Elementary Lookout | 11.3 mi | 3.9 |
| Beckley-Stratton Middle School Beckley | 14.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Beckley Elementary Beckley | 14.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Crescent Elementary Beckley | 14.3 mi | 6.6 |
| MT TABOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Beckley | 14.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 25901 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,402
Median Home Value
$112,200
Median Rent
$817/mo
Population
10,225
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
72.6%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Peterson-Central Elementary School Weston, WV | 4.0 |
| Ceredo-Kenova Elementary Kenova, WV | 4.2 |
| Spring Mills Primary Martinsburg, WV | 4.2 |
| Keyser Primary School Keyser, WV | 3.9 |
| Valley View Elementary School Martinsburg, WV | 3.9 |
| Anna Jarvis Elementary School Grafton, WV | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New River Primary
What grades does New River Primary serve?
New River Primary serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend New River Primary?
New River Primary has an enrollment of approximately 648 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at New River Primary?
The student-teacher ratio at New River Primary is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does New River Primary rank in WV?
New River Primary ranks #569 of 635 schools in WV.
What is New River Primary's MySchoolScout rating?
New River Primary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is New River Primary a charter school?
No, New River Primary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is New River Primary a Title I school?
No, New River Primary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 648
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Fayette County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.6%
- Phone
- (304) 469-6661
Resources & Links
District
FAYETTE COUNTY SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 5,433
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,235
- District Rank
- #10 of 11
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