Serving 171 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Brushfork Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brushfork Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Brushfork Elementary School's student population of 171 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
171 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Brushfork Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brushfork Elementary School is 0.42, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#414 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
7%
4%
White
74%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Mercer County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brushfork Elementary School's ranking?
Brushfork Elementary School is ranked #414 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Brushfork Elementary School?
171 students attend Brushfork Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Brushfork Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brushfork Elementary School?
Brushfork Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Brushfork Elementary School offer ?
Brushfork Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brushfork Elementary School part of?
Brushfork Elementary School is part of Mercer County Schools.
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