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#116 of 635 schools in WV

Top 18% in state

Elm Grove Elementary School

Elementary School · OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS

85 Mil Acres Dr, Wheeling, WV 26003

Enrollment

305

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

8.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#116 of 635

In Wheeling

#7 of 13

public schools

In district

#6 of 13

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Elm Grove Elementary School

8.0/10

Elementary School in Wheeling · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.9/10

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6.8/10

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About Elm Grove Elementary School

Elm Grove Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wheeling, WV, part of OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS. Elm Grove Elementary School serves approximately 305 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Elm Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #116 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Elm Grove Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.3
  • WV avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data16
Annual Change+0.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency58.4% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.3% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+5.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+11.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,079
Chronic Absenteeism8.2%

Elm Grove Elementary School — Students at Elm Grove Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 49.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 37 test records from WV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
52%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
47%
2019
Math
47%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
60.1%
ELA
51.8%
2025
Math
58.4%
ELA
55.3%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.7/10.

How Elm Grove Elementary School Compares

See how Elm Grove Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
82th percentile in WV
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
6.7/10
Average
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

85 Mil Acres Dr, Wheeling, WV 26003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elm Grove Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bethlehem Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Middle Creek Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Triadelphia), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Hilltop Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wheeling, see our Wheeling schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Wheeling 0.9 mi 7.9
Bridge Street Middle School Wheeling 1.1 mi 6.8
SIKORA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wheeling 1.3 mi 4.5
Middle Creek Elementary School Triadelphia 1.6 mi 8.8
Triadelphia Middle School Wheeling 2.5 mi 8.1
Hilltop Elementary School Wheeling 2.5 mi 8.5
Steenrod Elementary School Wheeling 2.5 mi 8.5
Wheeling Park High School Wheeling 2.7 mi 6.9
ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Triadelphia 2.6 mi
Sherrard Middle School Wheeling 2.6 mi 8.1
Bethlehem Elementary School Wheeling 2.4 mi 8.9
OUR LADY OF PEACE SCHOOL Wheeling 2.4 mi 5.4
ST MICHAEL PARISH SCHOOL Wheeling 3.5 mi 5.3
THE LINSLY SCHOOL Wheeling 3.9 mi 8.3
Woodsdale Elementary School Wheeling 4.1 mi 6.3
WHEELING COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Wheeling 4.1 mi 7.4
Ritchie Elementary School Wheeling 3.9 mi 6.6
Wheeling Middle School Wheeling 4.1 mi 8.7
Center McMechen Elementary School Mcmechen 4.9 mi 4.1
Bellaire High School Bellaire 4.8 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,625

Median Home Value

$164,500

Median Rent

$823/mo

Population

40,445

College Educated

32.6%

Homeownership

68.4%

Avg Commute

21.6 min

Poverty Rate

15.4%

Median Age

45.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
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Monongah Elementary School Monongah, WV 8.0
Skyview Elementary School Morgantown, WV 8.0
Buffalo Elementary School Accoville, WV 8.1
C. W. Shipley Elementary School Harpers Ferry, WV 8.1
Driswood Elementary School Shenandoah Junction, WV 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elm Grove Elementary School

What grades does Elm Grove Elementary School serve?

Elm Grove Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Elm Grove Elementary School?

Elm Grove Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 305 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elm Grove Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Elm Grove Elementary School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Elm Grove Elementary School rank in WV?

Elm Grove Elementary School ranks #116 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Elm Grove Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Elm Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Elm Grove Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Elm Grove Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Elm Grove Elementary School a charter school?

No, Elm Grove Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Elm Grove Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Elm Grove Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
305
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Ohio County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.2%

District

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
4,897
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,079
District Rank
#6 of 13

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