Serving 248 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
West Elementary School's student population of 248 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
West Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#497 out of 3241 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
n/a
17%
White
96%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Elementary School's ranking?
West Elementary School is ranked #497 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
248 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of West Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Vinton County Local School District.
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