Serving 346 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Barrackville Elementary/middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barrackville Elementary/middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barrackville Elementary/middle School's student population of 346 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Barrackville Elementary/middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barrackville Elementary/middle School is 0.08, 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
#74 out of 617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
96%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barrackville Elementary/middle School's ranking?
Barrackville Elementary/middle School is ranked #74 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Barrackville Elementary/middle School often compared to?
Barrackville Elementary/middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Dale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Barrackville Elementary/middle School?
346 students attend Barrackville Elementary/middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Barrackville Elementary/middle School students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barrackville Elementary/middle School?
Barrackville Elementary/middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Barrackville Elementary/middle School offer ?
Barrackville Elementary/middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barrackville Elementary/middle School part of?
Barrackville Elementary/middle School is part of Marion County Schools School District.
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