Serving 567 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jefferson Elementary Center 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 36% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Elementary Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary Center's student population of 567 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary Center ranks within the top 30% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jefferson Elementary Center is 0.24, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#163 out of 627 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
87%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jefferson Elementary Center's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary Center is ranked #163 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary Center often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Kanawha Elementary School, Criss Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary Center?
567 students attend Jefferson Elementary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Jefferson Elementary Center students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary Center?
Jefferson Elementary Center has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary Center offer ?
Jefferson Elementary Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jefferson Elementary Center part of?
Jefferson Elementary Center is part of Wood County Schools School District.
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