Serving 334 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Winchester Avenue 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winchester Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Winchester Avenue Elementary School's student population of 334 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Winchester Avenue 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 Winchester Avenue Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#486 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
2%
Black
14%
4%
White
66%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
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 Winchester Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Winchester Avenue Elementary School is ranked #486 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Winchester Avenue Elementary School often compared to?
Winchester Avenue Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rosemont Elementary School, Burke Street Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Winchester Avenue Elementary School?
334 students attend Winchester Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Winchester Avenue Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winchester Avenue Elementary School?
Winchester Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Winchester Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Winchester Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Winchester Avenue Elementary School part of?
Winchester Avenue Elementary School is part of Berkeley County Schools School District.
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