What grades does Gauley River Elementary School serve?

Gauley River Elementary School operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Craigsville area.

Where is Gauley River Elementary School located?

Gauley River Elementary School is a rural school in Craigsville, WV.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Gauley River Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Gauley River Elementary School is 14.6:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Craigsville, WV?

Schools in Craigsville include Gauley River Elementary School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Craigsville area.

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Gauley River Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|Craigsville, West Virginia|NICHOLAS COUNTY SCHOOLS

Craigsville, WV 26205

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Mon

Professional Learning/Faculty Senate Day (No School for Students)Staff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Wed

Secondary Schools Parent - Teacher Conferences Staff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Thu

Parent- Teacher Conferences Staff DayDistrict-wide

Nov

Mon

Thanksgiving Break (No School)BreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Fri

Professional Learning/Faculty Senate Day (No School for Students)Staff DayDistrict-wide

Dec

Mon

Winter Break (No School)BreakDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

321

Student:Teacher

14.6:1

Locale

Rural

District

NICHOLAS COUNTY SCHOOLS

Phone

(304)742-5271

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

35-39%

Math Proficiency

30-34%

Chronic Absenteeism

22.4%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

275

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

95% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.14

Social Workers

1.4

Nurses

1.2

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,052

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,408

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$18,161

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 33%State 46%Local 21%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

25.6%

Below 150% poverty line

6.8%

Unemployment rate

5.4%

Uninsured residents

10.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

670

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

625

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

218 (35%)

Other Health Impairment

166 (27%)

Intellectual Disability

86 (14%)

Speech/Language Impairment

83 (13%)

Autism

52 (8%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

295

Current enrollment

Declining(-14% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

Professional Learning/Faculty Senate Day (No School for Students)

Staff Day

Wed, Oct 21, 2026

Secondary Schools Parent - Teacher Conferences

Staff Day

Thu, Oct 22, 2026

Parent- Teacher Conferences

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in NICHOLAS COUNTY SCHOOLS. Gauley River Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day (No School)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	Professional Learning Day (No School for Students)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Professional Learning/Faculty Senate Day (No School for Students)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	Secondary Schools Parent - Teacher Conferences District-wide	Staff Day	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	Parent- Teacher Conferences District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Thanksgiving Break (No School)District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Break	—
Fri, Dec 18, 2026	Professional Learning/Faculty Senate Day (No School for Students)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter Break (No School)District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	Professional Learning Day (No School for Students)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Professional Learning/Faculty Senate Day (No School for Students)District-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Mar 23, 2027	Secondary Schools Parent - Teacher Conferences District-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Mar 24, 2027	Elementary Schools Parent - Teacher Conferences District-wide	Staff Day	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Spring Break (No School)District-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans.	Break	—
Mon, Apr 19, 2027	Professional Learning/Faculty Senate Day (No School for Students)District-wide	Staff Day	—