Serving 195 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Webster Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 3% 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: 195 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Webster Springs Elementary School serves the northeast part of its school district in Webster Springs, WV, covering an area of approximately 243.1 square miles. Families within the attendance zone typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 14.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Webster Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Webster Springs Elementary School's student population of 195 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
195 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Webster Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Webster Springs Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#207 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
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 ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
11%
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 Webster Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Webster Springs Elementary School is ranked #207 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Webster Springs Elementary School?
195 students attend Webster Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Webster Springs Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Webster Springs Elementary School?
Webster Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Webster Springs Elementary School offer ?
Webster Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Webster Springs Elementary School part of?
Webster Springs Elementary School is part of Webster County Schools.
School Reviews
Review Webster Springs Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
