Barnes Elementary School serves 122 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
Minority enrollment was 25% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
122 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
25%
4%
White
75%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Barnes Elementary School?
122 students attend Barnes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Barnes Elementary School students are White, and 25% of students are Black.
What grades does Barnes Elementary School offer ?
Barnes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Barnes Elementary School part of?
Barnes Elementary School is part of Marion County Schools School District.
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