Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mineral Wells Elementary School ranks in the top 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 45% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mineral Wells Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Mineral Wells, WV, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 88.2 square miles. Families in this area can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mineral Wells Elementary School's student population of 465 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
465 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mineral Wells 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 Mineral Wells Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#251 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
n/a
4%
White
97%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustang
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mineral Wells Elementary School's ranking?
Mineral Wells Elementary School is ranked #251 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Mineral Wells Elementary School often compared to?
Mineral Wells Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Mineral Wells Elementary School?
465 students attend Mineral Wells Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Mineral Wells Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mineral Wells Elementary School?
Mineral Wells Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mineral Wells Elementary School offer ?
Mineral Wells Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mineral Wells Elementary School part of?
Mineral Wells Elementary School is part of Wood County Schools.
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