Serving 328 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Wirt County Primary Center ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (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 1% 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-4
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wirt County Primary Center's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Elizabeth, WV, covering approximately 234.8 square miles. Families within the zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 9.1 miles and the furthest edge located 12.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wirt County Primary Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Wirt County Primary Center's student population of 328 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
328 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wirt County Primary Center ranks within the top 30% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wirt County Primary Center is 0.02, 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
#130 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
White
99%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.5%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
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 Wirt County Primary Center's ranking?
Wirt County Primary Center is ranked #130 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Wirt County Primary Center?
328 students attend Wirt County Primary Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Wirt County Primary Center students are White, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wirt County Primary Center?
Wirt County Primary Center has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wirt County Primary Center offer ?
Wirt County Primary Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wirt County Primary Center part of?
Wirt County Primary Center is part of Wirt County Schools.
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