Serving 533 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Winfield Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher 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 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winfield 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
Winfield Elementary School's student population of 533 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Winfield Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winfield Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#23 out of 617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
94%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Winfield Elementary School's ranking?
Winfield Elementary School is ranked #23 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Winfield Elementary School often compared to?
Winfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scott Teays Elementary School, West Teays Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Winfield Elementary School?
533 students attend Winfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Winfield Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winfield Elementary School?
Winfield Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Winfield Elementary School offer ?
Winfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Winfield Elementary School part of?
Winfield Elementary School is part of Putnam County Schools School District.
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