A Comprehensive Overview of Taylor County Board of Education, WV
Introduction
Taylor County Schools, situated in West Virginia, encompasses a total of five schools and serves a student population of 2,164. This article delves into various aspects of the Taylor County School District, including its demographics, academic performance, financial standing, and other relevant information. The data presented aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the educational landscape within the county.
School Composition and Structure
Taylor County Schools operates five schools within its district. The breakdown of these schools is as follows:
- Preschools: 3
- Elementary Schools: 4
- Middle Schools: 1
- High Schools: 1
This structure ensures educational services are available across various age groups and developmental stages.
Student Demographics and Diversity
The student body at Taylor County Schools exhibits a predominantly white demographic. According to available data, the racial and ethnic composition is as follows:
- White: 97.8%
- Black: 0.8%
- Asian or Asian/Pacific Islander: 0.2%
- Hispanic/Latino: 0.1%
- Two or More Races: 1.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander are not included in this breakdown due to an enrollment of 0%.
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In terms of gender distribution, 48% of students are female, while 52% are male.
Academic Performance and Test Scores
Student proficiency in Taylor County Schools is evaluated through standardized tests. The data indicates the following percentages of students testing at or above the proficient level:
- Elementary School:
- Reading: 37%
- Math: 46%
- Middle School:
- Reading: 40%
- Math: 30%
- High School:
- Reading: 44%
- Math: 16%
Additionally, the high school graduation rate stands at 92.0%, and the high school college readiness is 7.8.
It is important to consider that proficiency measurements are established by the states. As a result, proficiency levels are not comparable between different states and year-over-year proficiency levels within a district may not be comparable because states may change their proficiency measurements.
Financial Overview
Taylor County Schools spends $13,697 per student each year. The district has an annual revenue of $29,311,000. This figure provides insight into the financial resources available for each student's education.
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Staffing
As of the 2023-2024 school year, Taylor County Schools had 163.60 full-time classroom teachers.
Additional Information
Taylor County School District is a public school district in West Virginia. Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Data about school demographics comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education.
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