Serving 373 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Explorer Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Explorer Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Explorer Academy's student population of 373 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
373 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Explorer Academy 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 Explorer Academy is 0.47, 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
#393 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
8%
4%
White
70%
87%
Two or more races
19%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Explorer Academy's ranking?
Explorer Academy is ranked #393 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Explorer Academy often compared to?
Explorer Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Guyandotte Elementary School, Central City Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Explorer Academy?
373 students attend Explorer Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Explorer Academy students are White, 19% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Explorer Academy?
Explorer Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Explorer Academy offer ?
Explorer Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Explorer Academy part of?
Explorer Academy is part of Cabell County Schools.
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