Serving 289 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ritchie Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ritchie Elementary School serves the southwest part of Wheeling, WV, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Families typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ritchie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ritchie Elementary School's student population of 289 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
289 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Ritchie Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ritchie Elementary School is 0.49, which is more 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
#20 out of 617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
8%
Showing 2003–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ritchie Elementary School's ranking?
Ritchie Elementary School is ranked #20 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Ritchie Elementary School often compared to?
Ritchie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middle Creek Elementary School, West Liberty Elementary School, Woodsdale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Ritchie Elementary School?
289 students attend Ritchie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Ritchie Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ritchie Elementary School?
Ritchie Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ritchie Elementary School offer ?
Ritchie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ritchie Elementary School part of?
Ritchie Elementary School is part of Ohio County Schools.
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