Average
#347 of 635 schools in WV
South Preston School
Elementary School · Preston County Schools · Tunnelton, WV
A Preston County Schools elementary school where students score 14 points below what's typical for similar communities.
5258 South Preston Highway, Tunnelton, WV 26444
- Math 28% vs WV 41% (2025)
- Reading 37% vs WV 47% (2025)
- 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
Full Profile · 3/3 metricsView breakdown
View breakdown
View breakdown
Students at South Preston School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
2025 WVGSA proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. WV average.
Trend
↑ ImprovingProficiency has improved 6 points since 2021, reaching 33% in 2025, across a 10-year record (2016–2025).
Show all 9 years
Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 25% (multi-year average, 2016-2025) · reading/ELA 35% (multi-year average, 2016-2025)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 36 test records from WV state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateThe neighborhood
Where South Preston School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 3Car-Dependent
- Bike 10Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety: Low137/100K
Powered by
FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · county context, not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$46,667
Median home value
$111,000
Median rent
$640/mo
College educated
13%
Homeownership
85.7%
Poverty rate
16%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 26444; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fellowsville ElementaryEnrollment path unverified | 6.7 | PK–4 | 4.5 mi | 75 | Compare → |
| Rowlesburg SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 3.3 | K–8 | 4.9 mi | 45 | Compare → |
| Aurora SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 8.7 | PK–8 | Not available | 167 | Compare → |
| Bruceton SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 7.3 | PK–8 | Not available | 588 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Preston County Schools
- Schools in district
- 10
- Rank in district
- #5 of 10
- District spending per student
- $12,793NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 17.8%Census SAIPE · 2024
South Preston School is listed in PRESTON COUNTY SCHOOLS; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About South Preston School
South Preston School is a public elementary school in Tunnelton, WV, part of Preston County Schools, serving approximately 330 students in grades Pre-K-8th with a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #347 of 635 schools in WV. State assessment records show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about South Preston School
What grades does South Preston School serve?
South Preston School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend South Preston School?
South Preston School has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at South Preston School?
The student-teacher ratio at South Preston School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does South Preston School rank in WV?
South Preston School ranks #347 of 635 schools in WV.
What is South Preston School's MySchoolScout rating?
South Preston School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 South Preston School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Preston School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2025).
Is South Preston School a charter school?
No, South Preston School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is South Preston School a Title I school?
No, South Preston School is not currently a Title I school.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 330
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Preston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.0%
- Phone
- (304) 568-2331
- Area population (ZIP 26444)
- 3,300
- Area average commute
- 44.5 min
- Area median age
- 47.3
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 WVGSA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2025 WVGSA · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- State assessments · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 26444; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2016-2025; directory SY 2023–24
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.