Serving 97 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Leon Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 97 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leon Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Leon Elementary School's student population of 97 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
97 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Leon Elementary 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 Leon Elementary School is 0.04, which is less 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
#229 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
98%
87%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leon Elementary School's ranking?
Leon Elementary School is ranked #229 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Leon Elementary School often compared to?
Leon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Haven Elementary School, Ashton Elementary School, Buffalo 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 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Leon Elementary School?
97 students attend Leon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Leon Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leon Elementary School?
Leon Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Leon Elementary School offer ?
Leon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leon Elementary School part of?
Leon Elementary School is part of Mason County Schools.
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