Worthington Elementary School (Closed 2023)

2500 36th St
Parkersburg, WV 26104
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Worthington 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 bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 45-49% (which was higher than the West Virginia state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 40-44% (which was lower than the West Virginia state average of 45%).

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students (19-20)
196 students
Total Classroom Teachers (19-20)
18 teachers

School Rankings

This School
State Level (WV)
(18-19)
45-49%
38%
(17-18)
40-44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
(19-20)
n/a
n/a
Asian
(19-20)
1%
1%
Hispanic
(19-20)
4%
2%
Black
(19-20)
n/a
4%
White
(19-20)
92%
90%
Hawaiian
(19-20)
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(19-20)
3%
3%
n/a
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
78%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
6%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% WV state average).
How many students attend Worthington Elementary School?
196 students attend Worthington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Worthington Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Worthington Elementary School offer ?
Worthington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Worthington Elementary School part of?
Worthington Elementary School is part of Wood County Schools.

Recent Articles

Public School Open House & Enrollment Season Guide
Public School Open House & Enrollment Season Guide
A parent-focused guide to the public school open house and enrollment season, with expert questions, timelines, and decision tips.
School Supply Budget 2026: Fees, Books, Tech Costs
School Supply Budget 2026: Fees, Books, Tech Costs
School Supply Budget 2026 guide for parents, covering fees, textbooks, technology, and hidden extras to plan ahead.
Education Funding in America (2025 Update)
Education Funding in America (2025 Update)
Comprehensive 2025 update on public school funding in America, new federal and state policies, per-pupil spending, and equity challenges.