Serving 793 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Weirton Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 793 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weirton Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Weirton Elementary School's student population of 793 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
793 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Weirton Elementary School 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 Weirton Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#146 out of 627 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
5%
4%
White
88%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weirton Elementary School's ranking?
Weirton Elementary School is ranked #146 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Weirton Elementary School often compared to?
Weirton Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A. T. Allison Elementary School, New Manchester Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Weirton Elementary School?
793 students attend Weirton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Weirton Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Weirton Elementary School?
Weirton Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Weirton Elementary School offer ?
Weirton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Weirton Elementary School part of?
Weirton Elementary School is part of Hancock County Schools School District.
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