Serving 475 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jefferson Elementary Center ranks in the top 30% 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 35% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jefferson Elementary Center serves the eastern part of Parkersburg, WV, covering an area of approximately 57 square miles. Families typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 16.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jefferson Elementary Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jefferson Elementary Center's student population of 475 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
475 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jefferson Elementary Center 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 Jefferson Elementary Center is 0.26, which is more 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
#170 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-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 Jefferson Elementary Center's ranking?
Jefferson Elementary Center is ranked #170 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Jefferson Elementary Center often compared to?
Jefferson Elementary Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Criss Elementary School, Kanawha Elementary School, Madison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary Center?
475 students attend Jefferson Elementary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Jefferson Elementary Center students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jefferson Elementary Center?
Jefferson Elementary Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Jefferson Elementary Center offer ?
Jefferson Elementary Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jefferson Elementary Center part of?
Jefferson Elementary Center is part of Wood County Schools.
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