Serving 181 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Herndon Cons Elementary & Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herndon Cons Elementary & Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Herndon Cons Elementary & Middle School's student population of 181 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
181 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Herndon Cons Elementary & Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herndon Cons Elementary & Middle School is 0.06, 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
#147 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Black
1%
4%
White
97%
87%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herndon Cons Elementary & Middle School's ranking?
Herndon Cons Elementary & Middle School is ranked #147 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Herndon Cons Elementary & Middle School?
181 students attend Herndon Cons Elementary & Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Herndon Cons Elementary & Middle School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Herndon Cons Elementary & Middle School?
Herndon Cons Elementary & Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Herndon Cons Elementary & Middle School offer ?
Herndon Cons Elementary & Middle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Herndon Cons Elementary & Middle School part of?
Herndon Cons Elementary & Middle School is part of Wyoming County Schools.
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