Serving 485 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 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mineral Wells Elementary School's student population of 485 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Mineral Wells Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 627 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 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#285 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
97%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mineral Wells Elementary School's ranking?
Mineral Wells Elementary School is ranked #285 out of 627 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?
485 students attend Mineral Wells Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Mineral Wells Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mineral Wells Elementary School?
Mineral Wells Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 School District.
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