Serving 261 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ranson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ranson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Ranson Elementary School's student population of 261 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Ranson 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 Ranson Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#619 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
23%
2%
Black
13%
4%
White
48%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
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 Ranson Elementary School's ranking?
Ranson Elementary School is ranked #619 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Ranson Elementary School often compared to?
Ranson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shepherdstown Elementary School, South Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Ranson Elementary School?
261 students attend Ranson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Ranson Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ranson Elementary School?
Ranson Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ranson Elementary School offer ?
Ranson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ranson Elementary School part of?
Ranson Elementary School is part of Jefferson County Schools School District.
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