Serving 644 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Petersburg Elementary School 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 46% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 644 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Petersburg Elementary School serves the southern part of its school district in Petersburg, WV, covering an area of approximately 219.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located about 19 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Petersburg Elementary School's student population of 644 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
644 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Petersburg Elementary School 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 Petersburg Elementary School is 0.10, 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
#130 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
95%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
11%
8%
Showing 2003–2012. View full 14-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Petersburg Elementary School's ranking?
Petersburg Elementary School is ranked #130 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Petersburg Elementary School?
644 students attend Petersburg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Petersburg Elementary School students are White, 3% 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 Petersburg Elementary School?
Petersburg Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Petersburg Elementary School offer ?
Petersburg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Petersburg Elementary School part of?
Petersburg Elementary School is part of Grant County Schools.
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