Excellent
#79 of 635 schools in WV
Top 12% in state
Poca Elementary
Elementary School · PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS
PO Box 430, Poca, WV 25159
Enrollment
291
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
291
Student-Teacher
12.7:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
West Virginia schools
#79 of 635
In Poca
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 22
PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Poca Elementary
Poca Elementary is a public elementary school in Poca, WV, part of PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS. Poca Elementary serves approximately 291 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Poca Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #79 of 635 schools in WV.
Structured state assessment records for Poca Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 6.5
- WV avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Poca Elementary 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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Poca Elementary — Students at Poca Elementary score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from WV state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Poca Elementary Compares
See how Poca Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 430, Poca, WV 25159
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Poca Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nitro Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Nitro), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Winfield Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Winfield), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Cross Lanes Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Charleston), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Poca, see our Poca schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Poca Middle School Poca | 0.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Poca High School Poca | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Rock Branch Elementary Nitro | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| CROSS LANES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cross Lanes | 3.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Eastbrook Elementary School Winfield | 3.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Andrew Jackson Middle School Charleston | 3.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Cross Lanes Elementary School Charleston | 4.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Point Harmony Elementary School Cross Lanes | 3.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Nitro Elementary School Nitro | 4.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Nitro High School Nitro | 4.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Hometown Elementary Red House | 4.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Anne Bailey Elementary School Saint Albans | 5.8 mi | 7.3 |
| Winfield High School Winfield | 5.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Alban Elementary School Saint Albans | 6.3 mi | 4.5 |
| TEAYS VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scott Depot | 5.2 mi | 6.0 |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI Saint Albans | 6.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Winfield Middle School Winfield | 5.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Central Elementary School Saint Albans | 6.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Winfield Elementary Winfield | 5.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Saint Albans High School Saint Albans | 6.8 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 25159 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,366
Median Home Value
$155,400
Median Rent
$643/mo
Population
4,207
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
81.3%
Avg Commute
22.5 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
42.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A. T. Allison Elementary School Chester, WV | 8.3 |
| Cranberry-Prosperity Elementary Beckley, WV | 8.3 |
| Frankford Elementary Frankford, WV | 8.3 |
| Barrackville Elementary/Middle School Barrackville, WV | 8.4 |
| Belle Elementary School Belle, WV | 8.4 |
| Blackshere Elementary School Mannington, WV | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Poca Elementary
What grades does Poca Elementary serve?
Poca Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Poca Elementary?
Poca Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 291 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Poca Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Poca Elementary is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Poca Elementary rank in WV?
Poca Elementary ranks #79 of 635 schools in WV.
What is Poca Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Poca Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Poca Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Poca Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Poca Elementary a charter school?
No, Poca Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Poca Elementary a Title I school?
No, Poca Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 291
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Putnam County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.2%
- Phone
- (304) 755-6942
Resources & Links
District
PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 8,826
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,757
- District Rank
- #3 of 22
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