Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Kingwood Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kingwood Elementary serves the northern part of its school district in Kingwood, WV, covering an area of approximately 108 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kingwood Elementary School's student population of 383 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kingwood Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kingwood 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
#301 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
n/a
4%
White
99%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kingwood Elementary School's ranking?
Kingwood Elementary School is ranked #301 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Kingwood Elementary School often compared to?
Kingwood Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bruceton School, Terra Alta/east Preston School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Kingwood Elementary School?
383 students attend Kingwood Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Kingwood Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kingwood Elementary School?
Kingwood Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kingwood Elementary School offer ?
Kingwood Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kingwood Elementary School part of?
Kingwood Elementary School is part of Preston County Schools.
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