Serving 331 students in grades 1-4, Doddridge County 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 55-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Doddridge County Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 320.5 square miles in West Union, WV. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 12.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Doddridge County Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Doddridge County Elementary School's student population of 331 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
331 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Doddridge County Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Doddridge County Elementary School is 0.02, 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
#130 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
White
99%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
50%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 23-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 Doddridge County Elementary School's ranking?
Doddridge County Elementary School is ranked #130 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Doddridge County Elementary School?
331 students attend Doddridge County Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Doddridge County Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Doddridge County Elementary School?
Doddridge County Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Doddridge County Elementary School offer ?
Doddridge County Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Doddridge County Elementary School part of?
Doddridge County Elementary School is part of Doddridge County Schools.
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