Excellent

#17 of 635 schools in WV

Top 3% in state

Harrisville Elementary

Elementary School · RITCHIE COUNTY SCHOOLS

95 Elementary Drive, Harrisville, WV 26362

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

211

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Enrollment

211

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

9.2

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#17 of 635

In district

#1 of 5

RITCHIE COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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About Harrisville Elementary

Harrisville Elementary is a public elementary school in Harrisville, WV, part of RITCHIE COUNTY SCHOOLS. Harrisville Elementary serves approximately 211 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Harrisville Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #17 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Harrisville Elementary show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts above district

9.2

This school 9.2 · Excellent
District avg 7.8
WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Harrisville Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress9.2Excellent50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data16

Annual Change+6.56 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendImproving

Academics9.2Excellent30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency66.5% (2025 WVGSA)

Reading/ELA Proficiency50.6% (2025 WVGSA)

Math vs. State Avg+13.2 pts

Reading vs. State Avg+4.3 pts

Overall Proficiency59% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)

vs. Expected+18.4 pts

Adjusted Percentile87th

Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1

Per-Pupil Spending$15,964

Chronic Absenteeism29.9%

Harrisville Elementary — Students at Harrisville Elementary score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

51.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

ELA Proficiency 44.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

47.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 33 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

57%

ELA

47%

2010

Math

42%

ELA

37%

2011

Math

42%

ELA

37%

2012

Math

37%

ELA

37%

2013

Math

32%

ELA

37%

2014

Math

42%

ELA

52%

2015

Math

42%

2016

Math

42%

ELA

42%

2017

Math

47%

ELA

47%

2018

Math

47%

2019

Math

47%

2020*

Math

42%

ELA

42%

2021*

Math

42%

ELA

42%

2022

Math

42%

ELA

47%

2024

Math

52.6%

ELA

51.3%

2025

Math

66.5%

ELA

50.6%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Harrisville Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score

9.2/10

98th percentile in WV

Academic

9.2/10

Excellent

Growth

9.2/10

Excellent

Environment

9.2/10

Excellent

Gifted & Talented

Yes

Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff

12:1 student-teacher ratio

18 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

29.9%

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

95 Elementary Drive, Harrisville, WV 26362

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Harrisville Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arthur I Boreman Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 20.6 miles away, in nearby Middlebourne), with a very similar rating. Another option is St. Marys Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 14.9 miles away, in nearby Saint Marys), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Doddridge County Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 16.9 miles away, in nearby West Union), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Harrisville, see our Harrisville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 20.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Ritchie County Middle Ellenboro	3.6 mi	302	8.4
Ritchie County High School Ellenboro	3.6 mi	348	6.4
THE HIGHLAND SCHOOL Ellenboro	6.3 mi	3	—
Creed Collins Elementary Pennsboro	6.3 mi	204	5.6
Smithville Elementary Smithville	10.0 mi	94	8.7
St. Marys Elementary School Saint Marys	14.9 mi	232	9.3
St. Marys High School Saint Marys	16.3 mi	298	6.0
Frontier High/Middle School New Matamoras	17.0 mi	209	7.1
Frontier Local Virtual School New Matamoras	17.0 mi	6	—
Newport Elementary School Newport	15.8 mi	212	8.8
Pleasant Hill School Grantsville	18.2 mi	160	7.9
Doddridge County High School West Union	14.6 mi	344	8.0
Pleasants County Middle School Belmont	16.3 mi	290	6.8
Belmont Elementary School Belmont	16.4 mi	233	4.1
LITTLE KANAWHA VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Big Bend	18.4 mi	41	6.1
Matamoras Elementary School New Matamoras	21.3 mi	105	6.4
Doddridge County Elementary School West Union	16.9 mi	313	9.0
Doddridge County Middle School West Union	17.0 mi	325	5.5
Doddridge County Early Learning Academy West Union	17.4 mi	181	8.1
Arthur I Boreman Elementary School Middlebourne	20.6 mi	279	9.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26362 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,180

Median Home Value

$110,000

Median Rent

$625/mo

Population

2,904

College Educated

16.4%

Homeownership

81.5%

Poverty Rate

24.1%

Median Age

48.3

Similar Schools

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

School	Enrollment	Rating
Chamberlain Elementary School Charleston, WV	216	9.2
Maxwell Hill Elementary Beckley, WV	210	9.2
West Taylor Elementary School Flemington, WV	256	9.2
Arnoldsburg School Arnoldsburg, WV	156	9.1
Culloden Elementary School Culloden, WV	204	9.1
Holz Elementary School Charleston, WV	289	9.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Harrisville Elementary

What grades does Harrisville Elementary serve?

Harrisville Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Harrisville Elementary?

Harrisville Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 211 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Harrisville Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Harrisville Elementary is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Harrisville Elementary rank in WV?

Harrisville Elementary ranks #17 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Harrisville Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Harrisville Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Harrisville Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Harrisville Elementary has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Harrisville Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Harrisville Elementary a Title I school?

No, Harrisville Elementary is not currently a Title I school.