North Elementary School

825 Chestnut Ridge Rd
Morgantown, WV 26505
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 10%
Serving 526 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). 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 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 526 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 39%
  • : Top 10% in WV
  • : 60% (Top 10%)
  • : 60% (Top 10%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

North Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:

School Overview

North Elementary School's student population of 526 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
526 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers

School Rankings

North Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Elementary School is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WV)
#32 out of 627 schools
(Top 10%)
60%
32%
60%
41%
60-64%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
1%
Hispanic
6%
2%
Black
8%
4%
White
61%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.59
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Elementary School's ranking?
North Elementary School is ranked #32 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are North Elementary School often compared to?
North Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Suncrest Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend North Elementary School?
526 students attend North Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of North Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Elementary School?
North Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does North Elementary School offer ?
North Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Elementary School part of?
North Elementary School is part of Monongalia County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is North Elementary School located?
North Elementary School is located in the Evansdale neighborhood of Morgantown, WV.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 526 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 39%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 60% (Top 10%)
  • : 60% (Top 10%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

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