Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, George Ward Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Ward Elementary School's student population of 325 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
George Ward Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Ward Elementary School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#457 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
98%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
8%
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 George Ward Elementary School's ranking?
George Ward Elementary School is ranked #457 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend George Ward Elementary School?
325 students attend George Ward Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of George Ward Elementary School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of George Ward Elementary School?
George Ward Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does George Ward Elementary School offer ?
George Ward Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is George Ward Elementary School part of?
George Ward Elementary School is part of Randolph County Schools School District.
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