Williamstown Elementary School serves 561 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
Williamstown Elementary School placed 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%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 28%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williamstown Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Williamstown Elementary School's student population of 561 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Williamstown Elementary School is ranked within the top 5% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Williamstown Elementary School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#18 out of 629 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
96%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williamstown Elementary School's ranking?
Williamstown Elementary School is ranked #18 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Williamstown Elementary School?
561 students attend Williamstown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Williamstown 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 Williamstown Elementary School?
Williamstown Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Williamstown Elementary School offer ?
Williamstown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Williamstown Elementary School part of?
Williamstown Elementary School is part of Wood County Schools School District.
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