Summary:
Culloden Elementary School is the only school in Culloden, West Virginia, serving grades PK through 5 with 194 students as part of Cabell County Schools.
Culloden Elementary is a standout performer, ranked 34th out of 355 elementary schools in the state and earning a 5-star rating for the 2025-2026 school year. It has maintained a 4 or 5-star rating for three consecutive years, showing consistent excellence rather than a one-time spike. Academically, the school far exceeds both district and state averages. In math, 67% of students are proficient compared to 42.8% for the district and 39.4% for the state. In English language arts, 65.9% are proficient versus 52.9% for the district and 47.6% for the state. Science proficiency in 5th grade is 50%, still above the state average of 34.6% but notably down from 69.2% the previous year—a 19.2 percentage point drop that may warrant attention.
The school offers a highly personalized learning environment with a student-teacher ratio of 10.7:1, well below the national average, and spends $13,546 per student, above the national average. Math proficiency is strong across all grades, ranging from 63.6% in 4th grade to 69.2% in 3rd grade. English language arts shows a clear upward trend, improving from 61.5% in 3rd grade to 70% in 5th grade, indicating effective literacy instruction. With its small size, low class ratios, and strong financial investment, Culloden Elementary is a model school within its district, demonstrating what focused resources and effective teaching can achieve. Parents considering this school can expect a top-tier elementary education with strong academics and individualized support.
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