Serving 167 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bluewell Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 40-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 167 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bluewell Elementary School serves the southwest part of Bluefield, WV, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 17.3 square miles. Most families are within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the school and a maximum distance of 6 miles to the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bluewell Elementary School's student population of 167 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
167 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bluewell Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bluewell Elementary School is 0.18, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#390 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
8%
Showing 2003–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bluewell Elementary School's ranking?
Bluewell Elementary School is ranked #390 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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 34% WV state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Bluewell Elementary School?
167 students attend Bluewell Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Bluewell Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bluewell Elementary School?
Bluewell Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Bluewell Elementary School offer ?
Bluewell Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bluewell Elementary School part of?
Bluewell Elementary School is part of Mercer County Schools.
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