Doddridge County Elementary School

Doddridge County Elementary School serves 313 students in grades 1 through 4 in West Union, West Virginia. The school runs an 11.6-to-1 student-teacher ratio, giving each classroom more individual attention than most public schools in the state can deliver. The numbers back up what that ratio implies.

Doddridge County Elementary earns a composite score of 9.1 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — with a 9.2 growth score and an 8.4 academic score. The growth mark is especially notable: it measures how far students advance each year, not just where they begin. Ranked 20th out of 635 public schools across West Virginia, the school outperforms 97% of its statewide peers, placing it firmly in the top tier regardless of school type or size.

Among West Virginia's 407 elementary schools, it ranks 19th — consistent results that hold up even within its specific peer category. In West Union, it ranks second among four public schools. For parents evaluating options at the elementary level, Doddridge County delivers both strong academic outcomes and measurable year-over-year student growth.

Located in a rural area, Doddridge County Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.