Serving 361 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Emerson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 60% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 361 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Emerson Elementary School serves the northern part of Parkersburg, WV, covering an area of approximately 10.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Emerson Elementary School's student population of 361 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
361 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Emerson Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#35 out of 617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
93%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerson Elementary School's ranking?
Emerson Elementary School is ranked #35 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Emerson Elementary School often compared to?
Emerson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Elementary School, Blennerhassett Elementary School, Criss Elementary 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 34% WV state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Emerson Elementary School?
361 students attend Emerson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Emerson Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerson Elementary School?
Emerson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Emerson Elementary School offer ?
Emerson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emerson Elementary School part of?
Emerson Elementary School is part of Wood County Schools.
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