Serving 363 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Milford 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 35-39% (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 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% 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-5
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: West Milford Elementary School serves the southern part of West Milford, WV, covering an area of approximately 91.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of about 6.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Milford Elementary School's student population of 363 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
363 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Where all are Leaders and all are Learners!
School Rankings
West Milford 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 West Milford Elementary School is 0.04, 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
#229 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
White
98%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-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 West Milford Elementary School's ranking?
West Milford Elementary School is ranked #229 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?
35-39% 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 West Milford Elementary School?
363 students attend West Milford Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of West Milford Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Milford Elementary School?
West Milford Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Milford Elementary School offer ?
West Milford Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Milford Elementary School part of?
West Milford Elementary School is part of Harrison County Schools.
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