South Branch Elementary School serves 467 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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-5
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Branch Elementary School's student population of 467 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
467 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Branch Elementary School is 0.12, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
2%
4%
White
94%
87%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend South Branch Elementary School?
467 students attend South Branch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of South Branch Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Branch Elementary School?
South Branch Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Branch Elementary School offer ?
South Branch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is South Branch Elementary School part of?
South Branch Elementary School is part of Hampshire County Schools.
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