Serving 337 students in grades 3-5, Wright Denny Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% 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 45% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 37% 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: 3-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wright Denny Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wright Denny Intermediate School's student population of 337 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Wright Denny Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wright Denny Intermediate School is 0.56, 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
#181 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
18%
2%
Black
5%
4%
White
63%
88%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Wright Denny Intermediate School's ranking?
Wright Denny Intermediate School is ranked #181 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Wright Denny Intermediate School often compared to?
Wright Denny Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like T A Lowery Elementary School, South Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Wright Denny Intermediate School?
337 students attend Wright Denny Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Wright Denny Intermediate School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wright Denny Intermediate School?
Wright Denny Intermediate School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Wright Denny Intermediate School offer ?
Wright Denny Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wright Denny Intermediate School part of?
Wright Denny Intermediate School is part of Jefferson County Schools School District.
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