Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Woodsdale Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 51% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Woodsdale Elementary School serves the west part of Wheeling, WV, covering an area of approximately 7.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodsdale Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Woodsdale Elementary School's student population of 405 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
405 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Woodsdale Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodsdale Elementary School is 0.24, which is more 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
#70 out of 617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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)
51%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Woodsdale Elementary School's ranking?
Woodsdale Elementary School is ranked #70 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Woodsdale Elementary School often compared to?
Woodsdale Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Steenrod Elementary School, Middle Creek Elementary School, Ritchie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Woodsdale Elementary School?
405 students attend Woodsdale Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Woodsdale Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Woodsdale Elementary School?
Woodsdale Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Woodsdale Elementary School offer ?
Woodsdale Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Woodsdale Elementary School part of?
Woodsdale Elementary School is part of Ohio County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Woodsdale Elementary School located?
Woodsdale Elementary School is located in the Woodsdale neighborhood of Wheeling, WV.
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