Washington Lands Elementary School

116 School Rd
Moundsville, WV 26041
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 238 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington Lands Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 238 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 2%
  • : Top 20% in WV
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Washington Lands Elementary School's student population of 238 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers

School Rankings

Washington Lands Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Lands Elementary School is 0.04, 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.
This School
State Level (WV)
#66 out of 627 schools
(Top 20%)
50-54%
32%
50-54%
41%
11-19%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
98%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.04
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
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 Washington Lands Elementary School's ranking?
Washington Lands Elementary School is ranked #66 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Washington Lands Elementary School often compared to?
Washington Lands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcninch Primary School, Glen Dale Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Washington Lands Elementary School?
238 students attend Washington Lands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Washington Lands Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Lands Elementary School?
Washington Lands Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Washington Lands Elementary School offer ?
Washington Lands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington Lands Elementary School part of?
Washington Lands Elementary School is part of Marshall County Schools School District.

School Reviews

5   1/27/2023
I used to go there really well.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - william
5   8/21/2014
Love this school they've really helped my son one on one when he's having trouble.
- Posted by Parent - Tracy

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 238 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 2%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 20%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

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