Serving 144 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Road Branch Elementary & Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 144 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Road Branch Elementary & Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Road Branch Elementary & Middle School's student population of 144 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
144 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Motto
Inspiring Our Students to Learn, Dream, and Achieve!
School Rankings
Road Branch Elementary & Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Road Branch Elementary & Middle School is 0.04, 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
#293 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
98%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Road Branch Elementary & Middle School's ranking?
Road Branch Elementary & Middle School is ranked #293 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Road Branch Elementary & Middle School?
144 students attend Road Branch Elementary & Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Road Branch Elementary & Middle School students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Road Branch Elementary & Middle School?
Road Branch Elementary & Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Road Branch Elementary & Middle School offer ?
Road Branch Elementary & Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Road Branch Elementary & Middle School part of?
Road Branch Elementary & Middle School is part of Wyoming County Schools School District.
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