Serving 257 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, A. T. Allison Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
A. T. Allison Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
A. T. Allison Elementary School's student population of 257 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
United in Pursuing Excellence
School Rankings
A. T. Allison Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A. T. Allison Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#20 out of 617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
95%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A. T. Allison Elementary School's ranking?
A. T. Allison Elementary School is ranked #20 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are A. T. Allison Elementary School often compared to?
A. T. Allison Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weirton Elementary School, New Manchester Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend A. T. Allison Elementary School?
257 students attend A. T. Allison Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of A. T. Allison Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of A. T. Allison Elementary School?
A. T. Allison Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does A. T. Allison Elementary School offer ?
A. T. Allison Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is A. T. Allison Elementary School part of?
A. T. Allison Elementary School is part of Hancock County Schools School District.
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