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#442 of 635 schools in WV
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Bluefield Primary School
Elementary School · MERCER COUNTY SCHOOLS
673 West Cumberland Road, Bluefield, WV 24701
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on WV statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
West Virginia schools
#442 of 635
In Bluefield
#4 of 7
public schools
In district
#13 of 24
MERCER COUNTY SCHOOLS
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Bluefield Primary School
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About Bluefield Primary School
Bluefield Primary School is a public elementary school in Bluefield, WV, part of MERCER COUNTY SCHOOLS. Bluefield Primary School serves approximately 358 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bluefield Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #442 of 635 schools in WV.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- WV avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Bluefield Primary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Test Scores
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How Bluefield Primary School Compares
See how Bluefield Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
673 West Cumberland Road, Bluefield, WV 24701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bluefield Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Straley Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 11.0 miles away, in nearby Princeton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brushfork Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Bluewell Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bluefield, see our Bluefield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bluefield High School Bluefield | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Bluefield Intermediate School Bluefield | 0.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Bluefield Middle School Bluefield | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Graham Middle Bluefield | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Brushfork Elementary School Bluefield | 3.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Graham High Bluefield | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Graham Intermediate Bluefield | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Dudley Primary Bluefield | 4.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Bluewell Elementary School Bluefield | 5.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Mountain Valley Elementary School Bluefield | 5.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Montcalm High School Rock | 7.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Montcalm Elementary School Rock | 7.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Bland County High Rocky Gap | 6.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Glenwood School (K-8) Princeton | 7.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Princeton Primary School Princeton | 10.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Princeton Senior High School Princeton | 10.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Princeton Middle School Princeton | 10.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Mercer Elementary Princeton | 10.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Abb's Valley-Boissevain Elementary Boissevain | 9.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Straley Elementary School Princeton | 11.0 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 24701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,188
Median Home Value
$100,000
Median Rent
$775/mo
Population
17,943
College Educated
19.4%
Homeownership
63.5%
Avg Commute
22.7 min
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
45.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Kenna Elementary School Kenna, WV | 5.4 |
| Marlowe Elementary School Falling Waters, WV | 5.4 |
| Spring Hill Elementary School Huntington, WV | 5.4 |
| Lavalette Elementary School Lavalette, WV | 5.5 |
| Pt. Pleasant Primary Pt Pleasant, WV | 5.5 |
| Cameron Elementary School Cameron, WV | 5.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bluefield Primary School
What grades does Bluefield Primary School serve?
Bluefield Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Bluefield Primary School?
Bluefield Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bluefield Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bluefield Primary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bluefield Primary School rank in WV?
Bluefield Primary School ranks #442 of 635 schools in WV.
What is Bluefield Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bluefield Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Bluefield Primary School a charter school?
No, Bluefield Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bluefield Primary School a Title I school?
No, Bluefield Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 358
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Mercer County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.4%
- Phone
- (304) 327-6217
Resources & Links
District
MERCER COUNTY SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 8,540
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,583
- District Rank
- #13 of 24
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