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#232 of 635 schools in WV

Top 36% in state

Talcott Elementary School

Elementary School · SUMMERS COUNTY SCHOOLS

PO Box 140, Talcott, WV 24981

Enrollment

160

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#232 of 635

In district

#2 of 3

SUMMERS COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Talcott Elementary School

7.1/10

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About Talcott Elementary School

Talcott Elementary School is a public elementary school in Talcott, WV, part of SUMMERS COUNTY SCHOOLS. Talcott Elementary School serves approximately 160 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Talcott Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #232 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Talcott Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.1
  • WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 160 students, Talcott 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.

Test scores at Talcott Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Talcott Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+7.65 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.6% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.2% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-25.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.1 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected-7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,800
Chronic Absenteeism45%

Talcott Elementary School — Students at Talcott Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 33.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 34.6% (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
47%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
37%
2016
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
22%
2019
Math
22%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2024
Math
22.5%
ELA
23.1%
2025
Math
27.6%
ELA
33.2%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Talcott Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.1/10
64th percentile in WV
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
6.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.0%

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

PO Box 140, Talcott, WV 24981

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Talcott Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sun Valley Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 17.7 miles away, in nearby Lerona), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jumping Branch Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 11.8 miles away, in nearby Jumping Branch), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rupert Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 21.4 miles away, in nearby Crawley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Talcott, see our Talcott schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 21.4 mi
School Distance Rating
GREENBRIER ACADEMY FOR GIRLS Pence Springs 3.0 mi 8.0
Hinton Area Elementary Hinton 7.5 mi 5.3
Alderson Elementary Alderson 8.3 mi 7.2
6-12 Summers County Comprehensive HS Hinton 8.2 mi
Peterstown Middle School Peterstown 13.0 mi 5.9
Peterstown Elementary School Peterstown 13.0 mi 6.3
James Monroe High School Lindside 13.0 mi 4.4
Jumping Branch Elementary School Jumping Branch 11.8 mi 8.8
Mountain View Elementary & Middle School Union 12.4 mi 7.9
WORD OF GOD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Meadow Bridge 15.8 mi
Meadow Bridge High Meadow Bridge 15.9 mi 6.8
Meadow Bridge Elementary Meadow Bridge 16.0 mi 6.7
PIPESTEM CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Pipestem 14.1 mi 5.2
Smoot Elementary Smoot 16.6 mi 8.4
Sun Valley Elementary School Lerona 17.7 mi 9.7
Ronceverte Elementary Ronceverte 17.1 mi 7.7
DANESE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Danese 20.0 mi 5.1
Eastern Greenbrier Middle School Ronceverte 17.5 mi 4.4
Greenbrier East High School Lewisburg 17.7 mi 5.0
Rupert Elementary Crawley 21.4 mi 8.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 24981 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Home Value

$47,000

Population

545

College Educated

50.8%

Homeownership

55.4%

Poverty Rate

0%

Median Age

64.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Marlinton Elementary School Marlinton, WV 7.1
Glade Creek Elementary School Summersville, WV 7.0
Marsh Fork Elementary Rock Creek, WV 7.0
New Creek Primary School New Creek, WV 7.0
Alderson Elementary Alderson, WV 7.2
COVENANT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Morgantown, WV 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Talcott Elementary School

What grades does Talcott Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Talcott Elementary School?

Talcott Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 160 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Talcott Elementary School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Talcott Elementary School rank in WV?

Talcott Elementary School ranks #232 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Talcott Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Talcott Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Talcott Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Talcott Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Talcott Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Talcott Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
160
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Summers County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.0%

District

SUMMERS COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
1,213
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,800
District Rank
#2 of 3

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