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Williamstown Elementary School

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Williamstown Elementary School ranks 50 th of 355 West Virginia elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Public Grades PK, KG-5

50^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 355 West Virginia Elementary Schools

Better than 86% of West Virginia elementary schools

Summary

Williamstown Elementary School serves 545 students in grades PK-5 within the Wood County Schools district, making it the largest elementary school in its immediate comparison group. The school has a strong reputation for academic achievement, consistently outperforming both district and state averages across math, English language arts, and science. In the most recent assessment year, 63.6% of students were proficient in math and 61.6% in ELA, compared to state averages of 39.4% and 47.6%, respectively. Fifth-grade science scores are particularly impressive, with 60% proficiency—a remarkable jump from 46.5% the previous year and a 25-point advantage over the state average.

One of the school's standout qualities is its exceptional work with special education students, ranking in the 90th percentile statewide with a 5-star rating. This is a significant strength that sets Williamstown apart from many peers. The school also demonstrates remarkable efficiency, spending approximately $10,374 per student—the lowest in its comparison group. For context, Jefferson Elementary Center spends $17,103 per student and Franklin Elementary Center spends $16,495, yet both achieve far lower academic results. Williamstown achieves top-quartile outcomes with a student-teacher ratio of 16.5:1, which is higher than most nearby schools.

While the school remains strong, it has experienced a gradual shift from its former elite status. Between 2016 and 2019, Williamstown was consistently ranked in the top 10 schools in West Virginia, reaching as high as #6 in the state. More recently, it has settled into a solid but less dominant position, ranking #50 (86th percentile) with a 4-star rating. A notable area for attention is 4th grade, where proficiency rates dip below district averages—a pattern not seen in 3rd or 5th grades. Additionally, while the school outperforms Vienna Elementary School and Emerson Elementary School, it trails top performers like Greenmont Elementary School and Criss Elementary School, particularly in ELA. Overall, Williamstown offers a strong, efficient education with particular strengths in special education and science, though families should be aware of the 4th grade transition challenge.

545

Students ?

16.5

Student/teacher ratio ?

$9,635

Per pupil spending ?

30.9%

Free/discounted lunch ?

430 Caroline Ave
Williamstown, WV 26187-1136

(304) 375-7675

District: Wood County Schools

Students who attend Williamstown Elementary School usually attend:

High:

Williamstown High School

Racial breakdown:

White:

94.5%

Two or more races:

3.5%

African American:

0.7%

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At a glance

▼ Ranking trend: Declining — 96th percentile in 2016 → 86th in 2026

Strengths

✓Test scores above the West Virginia average (62% vs 44% meeting standards)

✓Ranks in the top 14% of West Virginia elementary schools

Worth a look

!Ranking has slipped — down 10 percentile points since 2016

!Some student groups rank well below the school's overall statewide standing

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school62%

District avg50%

West Virginia avg44%

50^th of 355

West Virginia public elementary schools ?

Top 14%▼ down 10 pts since 2016

From top 4% (2016) to top 14% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

5^th of 15Elementary Schools in the Wood County Schools

7^th of 55Wood County Schools among West Virginia districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	West Virginia percentile	Rating
2026	79.4	50 of 355	85.9%	★★★★☆
2025	75.7	61 of 355	82.8%	★★★★☆
2024	85.5	32 of 368	91.3%	★★★★★
2023	88.6	23 of 368	93.8%	★★★★★
2022	90.0	20 of 375	94.7%	★★★★★
2021	94.3	10 of 380	97.4%	★★★★★
2019	94.9	7 of 383	98.2%	★★★★★
2018	92.6	10 of 392	97.4%	★★★★★
2017	95.2	6 of 399	98.5%	★★★★★
2016	90.5	16 of 402	96.0%	★★★★★
2015	88.4	20 of 408	95.1%	★★★★★
2014	84.7	31 of 422	92.7%	★★★★★
2013	78.6	45 of 428	89.5%	★★★★☆
2012	76.1	58 of 426	86.4%	★★★★☆
2011	86.0	25 of 426	94.1%	★★★★★
2010	72.4	68 of 427	84.1%	★★★★☆
2009	75.2	61 of 420	85.5%	★★★★☆

Disabled

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	West Virginia percentile	Rating
2022	87.3	4 of 154	97.4%	★★★★★
2021	96.3	1 of 146	99.3%	★★★★★

Female

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	West Virginia percentile	Rating
2026	78.7	37 of 300	87.7%	★★★★☆
2025	75.8	48 of 302	84.1%	★★★★☆
2024	75.4	47 of 316	85.1%	★★★★☆
2023	78.3	42 of 317	86.8%	★★★★☆
2022	76.9	51 of 325	84.3%	★★★★☆
2021	87.1	23 of 322	92.9%	★★★★★
2019	94.5	4 of 339	98.8%	★★★★★
2018	90.0	8 of 366	97.8%	★★★★★
2017	92.3	6 of 381	98.4%	★★★★★

Hispanic

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	West Virginia percentile	Rating
2017	55.3	47 of 156	69.9%	★★★★☆

Low Socio Economic Status

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	West Virginia percentile	Rating
2026	66.3	68 of 315	78.4%	★★★★☆
2025	65.6	85 of 328	74.1%	★★★★☆
2024	83.6	25 of 336	92.6%	★★★★★
2023	72.7	56 of 333	83.2%	★★★★☆
2022	70.2	56 of 347	83.9%	★★★★☆
2021	83.4	19 of 335	94.3%	★★★★★
2018	80.2	35 of 368	90.5%	★★★★★
2017	85.9	25 of 382	93.5%	★★★★★

Male

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	West Virginia percentile	Rating
2026	73.5	59 of 303	80.5%	★★★★☆
2025	70.2	69 of 305	77.4%	★★★★☆
2024	86.3	26 of 325	92.0%	★★★★★
2023	87.6	20 of 322	93.8%	★★★★★
2022	93.3	7 of 330	97.9%	★★★★★
2021	96.1	8 of 333	97.6%	★★★★★
2019	92.7	9 of 338	97.3%	★★★★★
2018	89.9	12 of 364	96.7%	★★★★★
2017	93.1	7 of 382	98.2%	★★★★★

Multi-racial

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	West Virginia percentile	Rating
2017	75.0	24 of 218	89.0%	★★★★☆

Special Education

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	West Virginia percentile	Rating
2026	78.3	16 of 165	90.3%	★★★★★
2025	68.5	27 of 171	84.2%	★★★★☆
2024	71.2	32 of 183	82.5%	★★★★☆
2023	57.3	62 of 180	65.6%	★★★☆☆
2019	99.3	3 of 185	98.4%	★★★★★
2018	80.7	21 of 258	91.9%	★★★★★
2017	72.3	37 of 377	90.2%	★★★★★

White

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	West Virginia percentile	Rating
2026	79.9	50 of 353	85.8%	★★★★☆
2025	75.8	61 of 353	82.7%	★★★★☆
2024	83.5	39 of 367	89.4%	★★★★☆
2023	86.5	29 of 366	92.1%	★★★★★
2022	88.9	22 of 373	94.1%	★★★★★
2021	93.5	13 of 376	96.5%	★★★★★
2019	94.3	8 of 373	97.9%	★★★★★
2018	92.1	11 of 374	97.1%	★★★★★
2017	94.9	5 of 382	98.7%	★★★★★

How student groups rank statewide ? (each group's percentile vs the same group at other schools — higher is better; the +/- beside each compares the group with this school's overall percentile)

Disabled (2022)97th percentile+3 vs school

Special Education (2026)90th percentile+4 vs school

Multi-racial (2017)89th percentile-10 vs school

Female (2026)88th percentile~ school

White (2026)86th percentile~ school

Male (2026)81st percentile-5 vs school

Low Socio Economic Status (2026)78th percentile-8 vs school

Hispanic (2017)70th percentile-29 vs school

By subject vs West Virginia (2025-2026) ?

Mathematics64%+24 vs state

English Language Arts62%+14 vs state

Science60%+25 vs state

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				WV Assessment Mathematics (2026)				WV Assessment English Language Arts (2026)				WV Assessment Science (2026)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients (2021)	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	WV Assessment Mathematics 3rd Grade	WV Assessment Mathematics 4th Grade	WV Assessment Mathematics 5th Grade	WV Assessment Mathematics All Grades	WV Assessment English Language Arts 3rd Grade	WV Assessment English Language Arts 4th Grade	WV Assessment English Language Arts 5th Grade	WV Assessment English Language Arts All Grades	WV Assessment Science 5th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Williamstown Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	430 Caroline Ave	Williamstown	26187	Wood County	Wood County Schools	No	No	No	No	(304) 375-7675	545	33	16.5	30.9%	515 (94.5%)	4 (0.7%)	4 (0.7%)	3 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	19 (3.5%)	79.4	50^th of 355 public elementary schools	85.9%		75.7	61^st of 355 public elementary schools	82.8%	11	74.4	51.3	63.8	63.6	64.0	51.3	68.8	61.6	60.0	$9,635	$562	$9,072
Greenmont Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	209 58th St	Vienna	26105	Wood County	Wood County Schools	No	No	No	No	(304) 420-9544	229	16	14.3	28.3%	213 (93.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.9%)	5 (2.2%)	1 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	8 (3.5%)	95.3	8^th of 355 public elementary schools	97.7%		96.2	6^th of 355 public elementary schools	98.3%	2	92.6	80.0	68.4	79.1	77.8	77.5	76.3	77.1	52.6	$12,865	$502	$12,364
Vienna Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	700 41st St	Vienna	26105	Wood County	Wood County Schools	No	No	No	No	(304) 420-9648	288	20	14.4	41.7%	268 (93.1%)	4 (1.4%)	2 (0.7%)	5 (1.7%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	9 (3.1%)	75.3	61^st of 355 public elementary schools	82.8%		66.9	93^rd of 355 public elementary schools	73.8%	32	63.9	78.1	39.2	61.2	52.8	73.2	71.0	67.2	41.6	$10,134	$315	$9,819
Neale Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	2305 Grand Central Ave	Vienna	26105	Wood County	Wood County Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(304) 420-9587	357	27	13.2	49.6%	293 (82.1%)	12 (3.4%)	18 (5.0%)	7 (2.0%)	2 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	25 (7.0%)	64.3	103^rd of 355 public elementary schools	71.0%		86.3	28^th of 355 public elementary schools	92.1%	75	66.7	48.4	73.2	60.5	45.2	45.3	61.0	49.7	41.5	$10,513	$1,344	$9,169
Emerson Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1605 36th St	Parkersburg	26104	Wood County	Wood County Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(304) 420-9528	361	30	12.0	56.8%	336 (93.1%)	2 (0.6%)	7 (1.9%)	3 (0.8%)	1 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	12 (3.3%)	45.4	192^nd of 355 public elementary schools	45.9%		59.3	125^th of 355 public elementary schools	64.8%	67	47.1	49.2	44.4	46.8	34.6	45.8	50.8	44.3	44.4	$12,447	$2,233	$10,214
Madison Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	1426 32nd St	Parkersburg	26104	Wood County	Wood County Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(304) 420-9563	264	22	12.0	61.3%	231 (87.5%)	5 (1.9%)	14 (5.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	14 (5.3%)	24.3	301^st of 355 public elementary schools	15.2%		61.1	117^th of 355 public elementary schools	67.0%	184	37.5	43.2	36.1	39.3	31.3	40.9	41.7	38.4	22.2	$12,739	$1,644	$11,094
Criss Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	2800 22nd St	Parkersburg	26101	Wood County	Wood County Schools	No	No	No	No	(304) 420-9522	267	18	14.8	48.6%	239 (89.5%)	2 (0.7%)	6 (2.2%)	1 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	19 (7.1%)	96.2	5^th of 355 public elementary schools	98.6%		95	7^th of 355 public elementary schools	98.0%	2	77.5	72.2	79.9	77.5	75.0	77.8	87.1	80.4	72.6	$9,356	$699	$8,656
Jefferson Elementary Center	Public	PK, KG-5	1103 Plum St	Parkersburg	26101	Wood County	Wood County Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(304) 420-9554	475	56	8.4	81.3%	406 (85.5%)	18 (3.8%)	15 (3.2%)	2 (0.4%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	34 (7.2%)	26.8	289^th of 355 public elementary schools	18.6%		42.8	207^th of 355 public elementary schools	41.7%	82	35.9	44.4	24.7	35.1	28.3	39.5	53.3	41.7	28.6	$15,293	$3,116	$12,177
Belmont Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-4	512 Riverview Dr	Belmont	26134	Pleasants County	Pleasants County Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(304) 299-5274	232	17	13.2	46.1%	222 (95.7%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (1.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.4%)	6 (2.6%)	23.4	304^th of 355 public elementary schools	14.4%		19.9	320^th of 355 public elementary schools	9.9%	16	35.3	33.3		34.2	32.4	47.6		40.8		$12,205	$1,406	$10,799
Franklin Elementary Center	Public	PK, KG-5	1511 Division Street Ext	Parkersburg	26101	Wood County	Wood County Schools	No	No	No	Yes	(304) 420-9534	262	30	8.7	79.0%	238 (90.8%)	3 (1.1%)	13 (5.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	8 (3.1%)	21.4	309^th of 355 public elementary schools	13.0%		32.6	256^th of 355 public elementary schools	27.9%	53	40.0	30.0	34.3	34.6	28.6	30.0	42.9	33.6	31.4	$16,055	$2,828	$13,227

Frequently Asked Questions about Williamstown Elementary School

Is Williamstown Elementary School a good school?

Williamstown Elementary School ranks 50^th of 355 West Virginia elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

What district is Williamstown Elementary School in?

Wood County Schools

How many students attend Williamstown Elementary School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 545 students attended Williamstown Elementary School.

What schools do graduates of Williamstown Elementary School attend?

Students who attend Williamstown Elementary School usually go on to attend:

High : Williamstown High School

What is the racial makeup of Williamstown Elementary School?

Students at Williamstown Elementary School are 94% White, 3% Two or more races.

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