Tucker Valley Elementary Middle School

Tucker County Schools
81 Tucker Valley School Rd
Hambleton, WV 26269
450 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
School Overview
Tucker Valley Elementary Middle School, located in Hambleton, West Virginia, serves as a foundational educational institution for students in Tucker County. As a combined elementary and middle school, it provides a continuous learning environment that bridges the gap between early childhood education and the transition into high school. The school is situated in a rural, close-knit community setting, reflecting the values and character of the surrounding Preston and Tucker County regions.

The institution focuses on fostering academic growth and social development through a comprehensive curriculum tailored to the specific needs of its K-8 student population. By integrating elementary foundations with the more complex coursework required for middle schoolers, the staff at Tucker Valley aims to prepare students for the academic rigors of high school while maintaining a supportive atmosphere. As a hub for the local community in Hambleton, the school often plays a vital role in local activities and outreach, emphasizing a collaborative partnership between educators, families, and the town.
450
Total Students
38.8
Full-Time Teachers
11.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    433 (96.2%)
  • Black
    12 (2.7%)
  • Asian
    2 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Tucker County Schools
Phone: (304)478-3606
Website: http://www.tuckervalleyschool.com
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 450
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 38.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 37
Kindergarten 39
Grade 1 43
Grade 2 49
Grade 3 49
Grade 4 49
Grade 5 44
Grade 6 56
Grade 7 46
Grade 8 38
Gender Ratio
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School
Tucker County Schools
189 Students
426 Second Street
Thomas, WV 26292 (10.0 miles away)
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th