Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Woodsdale Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 51% (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 14% 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-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodsdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Woodsdale Elementary School's student population of 437 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Woodsdale Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodsdale Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#81 out of 627 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
4%
4%
White
86%
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
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodsdale Elementary School's ranking?
Woodsdale Elementary School is ranked #81 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Woodsdale Elementary School often compared to?
Woodsdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Steenrod Elementary School, Ritchie Elementary School, Middle Creek 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 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Woodsdale Elementary School?
437 students attend Woodsdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Woodsdale Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodsdale Elementary School?
Woodsdale Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woodsdale Elementary School offer ?
Woodsdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Woodsdale Elementary School part of?
Woodsdale Elementary School is part of Ohio County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Woodsdale Elementary School located?
Woodsdale Elementary School is located in the Woodsdale neighborhood of Wheeling, WV.
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