Excellent
#74 of 635 schools in WV
Top 12% in state
Zela Elementary School
Elementary School · NICHOLAS COUNTY SCHOOLS
165 Country Rd, Summersville, WV 26651
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
80
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Summersville
#1 of 5
public schools
West Virginia elementary schools
#67 of 407
In district
#3 of 13
NICHOLAS COUNTY SCHOOLS
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Zela Elementary School
Zela Elementary School is a public elementary school in Summersville, WV, part of the NICHOLAS COUNTY SCHOOLS. The school serves approximately 80 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 10:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 88.5th percentile among WV schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 28% proficiency in math and 22% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.9/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $59,067, where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 80 students, Zela Elementary School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Zela Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Score Breakdown
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Zela Elementary School — Students at Zela Elementary School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WV EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 5 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: 9.9/10.
How Zela Elementary School Compares
See how Zela Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 34.5% (2019) to 34.5% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 10% (2021) to 34.5% (2022).
Location
165 Country Rd, Summersville, WV 26651
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Zela Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MT Lookout Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 9.8 miles away, in nearby Mount Lookout), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MT Nebo Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Mount Nebo), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Ansted Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Ansted), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Summersville, see our Summersville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 18.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Summersville Elementary School Summersville | 5.1 mi | 7.8 |
| NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Summersville | 5.6 mi | 5.5 |
| MT Nebo Elementary School Mount Nebo | 7.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Nicholas County High School Summersville | 6.9 mi | 4.2 |
| Summersville Middle School Summersville | 7.0 mi | 4.3 |
| SUMMERSVILLE SDA SCHOOL Summersville | 7.7 mi | — |
| MT Lookout Elementary School Mount Lookout | 9.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Glade Creek Elementary School Summersville | 8.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Midland Trail High Hico | 12.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Ansted Elementary Ansted | 12.9 mi | 8.1 |
| CLAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Clay | 13.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Clay County High School Clay | 13.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Clay Middle School Clay | 14.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Divide Elementary Lookout | 15.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Clay Elementary School Clay | 14.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Lizemore Elementary School Lizemore | 12.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Panther Creek Elementary School Nettie | 13.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Richwood Middle School Richwood | 15.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Richwood High School Craigsville | 15.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Fayetteville Pk-8 Fayetteville | 18.8 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 26651 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,067
Median Home Value
$156,500
Median Rent
$760/mo
Population
10,070
College Educated
23.9%
Homeownership
80%
Avg Commute
29.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
43.6
Community Profile
The community surrounding Zela Elementary School has a median household income of $59,067. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $156,500, with a median rent of $760/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.4%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Burlington Primary Burlington, WV | 8.2 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER Huntington, WV | 8.1 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA PARISH SCHOOL Huntington, WV | 8.1 |
| Junior Elementary Junior, WV | 8.7 |
| Elk Garden School Elk Garden, WV | 7.9 |
| Ranger Elementary Ranger, WV | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Zela Elementary School
What grades does Zela Elementary School serve?
Zela Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Zela Elementary School?
Zela Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 80 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Zela Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Zela Elementary School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Zela Elementary School rank in WV?
Zela Elementary School is ranked #74 out of 635 schools in WV.
What is Zela Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Zela Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Zela Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Zela Elementary School has 28.0% math proficiency and 22.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Zela Elementary School a charter school?
No, Zela Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Zela Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Zela Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 3 Car-Dependent
- City Safety
- High (1,748/100K)
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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Summersville). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 80
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Nicholas County
- Phone
- (304) 872-1481
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
NICHOLAS COUNTY SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 3,384
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,052
- District Rank
- #3 of 13
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