Serving 476 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Peterson-central Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 4% 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: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Peterson-Central Elementary School serves the eastern part of Weston, WV, within an attendance zone that covers approximately 48.4 square miles. Families within this area typically have a driving distance of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.9 miles from the campus.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peterson-central Elementary School's student population of 476 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
476 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Peterson-central Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peterson-central Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#492 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
n/a
4%
White
96%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peterson-central Elementary School's ranking?
Peterson-central Elementary School is ranked #492 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Peterson-central Elementary School often compared to?
Peterson-central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roanoke Elementary School, Jane Lew Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Peterson-central Elementary School?
476 students attend Peterson-central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Peterson-central Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peterson-central Elementary School?
Peterson-central Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Peterson-central Elementary School offer ?
Peterson-central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Peterson-central Elementary School part of?
Peterson-central Elementary School is part of Lewis County Schools.
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