Serving 258 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Criss Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Criss 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
Criss Elementary School's student population of 258 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
258 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Criss Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Criss Elementary School is 0.22, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7 out of 627 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
88%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Criss Elementary School's ranking?
Criss Elementary School is ranked #7 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Criss Elementary School often compared to?
Criss Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary Center, Blennerhassett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Criss Elementary School?
258 students attend Criss Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Criss Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Criss Elementary School?
Criss Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Criss Elementary School offer ?
Criss Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Criss Elementary School part of?
Criss Elementary School is part of Wood County Schools School District.
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