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George Washington Elementary

Elementary School · PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS

PO Box 680, Eleanor, WV 25070

Enrollment

214

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#493 of 635

In Eleanor

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#20 of 22

PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS

Equity

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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George Washington Elementary

5.0/10

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

George Washington Middle

8.0/10

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7.7/10

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About George Washington Elementary

George Washington Elementary is a public elementary school in Eleanor, WV, part of PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS. George Washington Elementary serves approximately 214 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. George Washington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #493 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for George Washington Elementary show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

36% of students at George Washington Elementary 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 Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-3.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55.6% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55.3% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+2.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9 pts
Overall Proficiency55% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,757
Chronic Absenteeism36.4%

George Washington Elementary — Students at George Washington Elementary score 55% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 53.0% (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
52%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
47%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
52%
2019
Math
52%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
62.8%
ELA
56%
2025
Math
55.6%
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: 2.8/10.

How George Washington Elementary Compares

See how George Washington Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
23th percentile in WV
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.5/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
36.4%

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

PO Box 680, Eleanor, WV 25070

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering George Washington Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Poca Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Poca), which scores notably higher. Another option is Winfield Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Winfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Buffalo Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Buffalo), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Eleanor, see our Eleanor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.0 mi
School Distance Rating
George Washington Middle Eleanor 0.1 mi 8.0
Winfield Elementary Winfield 1.8 mi 7.7
Winfield Middle School Winfield 2.1 mi 8.7
Winfield High School Winfield 2.6 mi 7.8
Hometown Elementary Red House 3.5 mi 5.8
Scott Teays Elementary Scott Depot 6.2 mi 6.5
TEAYS VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scott Depot 6.2 mi 6.0
Mountain View Elementary Hurricane 6.3 mi 6.5
Eastbrook Elementary School Winfield 5.9 mi 5.2
Buffalo Elementary School Buffalo 6.0 mi 7.4
Buffalo High School Buffalo 5.9 mi 4.8
West Teays Elementary Hurricane 6.8 mi 6.9
CALVARY BAPTIST ACADEMY Hurricane 6.9 mi 5.0
Hurricane High School Hurricane 8.1 mi 7.1
Poca Elementary Poca 7.4 mi 8.3
Poca Middle School Poca 7.5 mi 6.0
Poca High School Poca 8.1 mi 5.4
Rock Branch Elementary Nitro 8.5 mi 5.6
Conner Street Elementary Hurricane 8.8 mi 6.9
Hurricane Middle Hurricane 9.0 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,978

Median Home Value

$208,900

Median Rent

$1,011/mo

Population

1,932

College Educated

15.2%

Homeownership

80.3%

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

44.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about George Washington Elementary

What grades does George Washington Elementary serve?

George Washington Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend George Washington Elementary?

George Washington Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 214 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at George Washington Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at George Washington Elementary is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does George Washington Elementary rank in WV?

George Washington Elementary ranks #493 of 635 schools in WV.

What is George Washington Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

George Washington Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 George Washington Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, George Washington Elementary has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is George Washington Elementary a charter school?

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

Is George Washington Elementary a Title I school?

No, George Washington Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
33 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
214
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Putnam County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
36.4%

District

PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
8,826
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,757
District Rank
#20 of 22

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