Summary:
The zip code 26547 contains a single elementary school, West Preston School, which serves grades PK-8 with a total enrollment of 656 students. The school has a predominantly white student population, with 96.49% of students identifying as white. While the school's academic performance in mathematics is generally lower than the Preston County Schools district and the state of West Virginia, its performance in English Language Arts is more variable, with some grades exceeding the district and state averages.
West Preston School's statewide ranking among West Virginia elementary schools has declined over the past three years, from 234th out of 368 schools in 2022-2023 to 360th out of 380 schools in 2020-2021, indicating a relative decline in the school's performance compared to other elementary schools in the state. The school's spending per student for the 2018-2019 school year was $9,131, and it has a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 15.6, which could suggest smaller class sizes and more individualized attention for students.
The lack of data on free/reduced lunch rates limits the ability to fully understand the socioeconomic context of the school and its potential impact on academic performance. However, the relatively low percentage of minority students at West Preston School (3.51%) raises questions about the school's diversity and inclusiveness, and further investigation into the factors contributing to this demographic composition could provide insights into promoting a more diverse and equitable learning environment.
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