Serving 289 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington Lands Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Lands Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Washington Lands Elementary School's student population of 289 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Washington Lands Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Lands Elementary School is 0.04, which is less 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
#95 out of 629 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
98%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Lands Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Lands Elementary School is ranked #95 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Washington Lands Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Lands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glen Dale Elementary School, Mcninch Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Washington Lands Elementary School?
289 students attend Washington Lands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Washington Lands Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Lands Elementary School?
Washington Lands Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Lands Elementary School offer ?
Washington Lands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Lands Elementary School part of?
Washington Lands Elementary School is part of Marshall County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 1/27/2023
I used to go there really well.
5 8/21/2014
Love this school they've really helped my son one on one when he's having trouble.
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