Serving 545 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Williamstown Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Williamstown Elementary School's student population of 545 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
545 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Williamstown Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williamstown Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#29 out of 617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
94%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
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: 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 #29 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Williamstown Elementary School often compared to?
Williamstown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenmont Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Williamstown Elementary School?
545 students attend Williamstown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Williamstown Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williamstown Elementary School?
Williamstown Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Williamstown Elementary School part of?
Williamstown Elementary School is part of Wood County Schools.
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