Washington District Elementary School

5078 Tallmansville Rd
Buckhannon, WV 26201
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 121 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington District Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 121 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 1%
  • : Top 50% in WV
  • : 40-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Washington District Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:

School Overview

Washington District Elementary School's student population of 121 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
121 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers

School Rankings

Washington District Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington District Elementary School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WV)
#299 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
40-49%
32%
30-39%
41%
40-59%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
99%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.02
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Washington District Elementary School's ranking?
Washington District Elementary School is ranked #299 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Washington District Elementary School?
121 students attend Washington District Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Washington District Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington District Elementary School?
Washington District Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington District Elementary School offer ?
Washington District Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington District Elementary School part of?
Washington District Elementary School is part of Upshur County Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 121 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 1%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 40-49% (Top 30%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

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