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#596 of 635 schools in WV

George C. Weimer Elementary School

Elementary School · KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS

3040 Kanawha Ter, Saint Albans, WV 25177

Enrollment

134

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#596 of 635

In Saint Albans

#8 of 8

public schools

In district

#60 of 63

KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS

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George C. Weimer Elementary School

3.8/10

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

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6.5/10

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5.1/10

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About George C. Weimer Elementary School

George C. Weimer Elementary School is a public elementary school in Saint Albans, WV, part of KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS. George C.

Weimer Elementary School serves approximately 134 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. George C. Weimer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #596 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for George C. Weimer Elementary School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares3.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 7.0
  • WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 134 students, George C. Weimer Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, George C. Weimer Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

49% of students at George C. Weimer Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.39 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics1.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19% (2024 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.3% (2024 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-28.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.3 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2024 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2024 WVGSA)
vs. Expected-20.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,242
Chronic Absenteeism48.5%

George C. Weimer Elementary School — Students at George C. Weimer Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores WV WVGSA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 34.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.5% (2024 WVGSA)
ELA Proficiency 28.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
46.1% (2024 WVGSA)

Based on 29 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
37%
ELA
22%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2014
Math
44.5%
ELA
34.5%
2015
Math
62%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
32%
2019
Math
32%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
19%
ELA
25.3%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How George C. Weimer Elementary School Compares

See how George C. Weimer Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
6th percentile in WV
Academic
1.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.5%

Location

3040 Kanawha Ter, Saint Albans, WV 25177

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George C. Weimer Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nitro Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Nitro), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dunbar Intermediate Center (rated 8.7/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Dunbar), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Andrews Heights Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Tornado), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Saint Albans, see our Saint Albans schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Mckinley Middle School Saint Albans 0.1 mi 6.5
Saint Albans High School Saint Albans 1.3 mi 5.1
Alban Elementary School Saint Albans 1.5 mi 4.5
William J Raglin Center Dunbar 1.8 mi
Dunbar Middle School Dunbar 1.9 mi 7.6
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI Saint Albans 2.0 mi 5.8
Dunbar Primary Center Dunbar 2.1 mi 7.0
Central Elementary School Saint Albans 2.4 mi 7.1
Cross Lanes Elementary School Charleston 3.2 mi 7.6
Dunbar Intermediate Center Dunbar 2.7 mi 8.7
Lakewood Elementary School Saint Albans 2.7 mi 7.4
Andrew Jackson Middle School Charleston 3.5 mi 6.1
Hayes Middle School Saint Albans 2.9 mi 6.5
Bridgeview Elementary School South Charleston 3.3 mi 6.8
Point Harmony Elementary School Cross Lanes 4.0 mi 5.2
South Charleston High School South Charleston 3.4 mi 6.4
CROSS LANES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cross Lanes 4.3 mi 5.8
Andrews Heights Elementary School Tornado 3.8 mi 7.7
Nitro Elementary School Nitro 4.2 mi 8.9
Richmond Elementary School South Charleston 4.1 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25177 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,789

Median Home Value

$129,100

Median Rent

$837/mo

Population

23,211

College Educated

23.5%

Homeownership

71%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

21%

Median Age

42.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about George C. Weimer Elementary School

What grades does George C. Weimer Elementary School serve?

George C. Weimer Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend George C. Weimer Elementary School?

George C. Weimer Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 134 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George C. Weimer Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at George C. Weimer Elementary School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does George C. Weimer Elementary School rank in WV?

George C. Weimer Elementary School ranks #596 of 635 schools in WV.

What is George C. Weimer Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

George C. Weimer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 George C. Weimer Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, George C. Weimer Elementary School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is George C. Weimer Elementary School a charter school?

No, George C. Weimer Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is George C. Weimer Elementary School a Title I school?

No, George C. Weimer Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Kanawha County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.5%

District

KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
23,433
Schools in District
66
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,242
District Rank
#60 of 63

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