Serving 556 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Keyser Primary School ranks in the bottom 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 25-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 556 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Keyser Primary School's student population of 556 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
556 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Keyser Primary 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 Keyser Primary School is 0.19, 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
#547 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
3%
4%
White
90%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keyser Primary School's ranking?
Keyser Primary School is ranked #547 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Keyser Primary School often compared to?
Keyser Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frankfort Intermediate School, Wiley Ford Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Keyser Primary School?
556 students attend Keyser Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Keyser Primary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Keyser Primary School?
Keyser Primary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Keyser Primary School offer ?
Keyser Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Keyser Primary School part of?
Keyser Primary School is part of Mineral County Schools School District.
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