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Madison Elementary School

Elementary School · OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS

91 Zane St, Wheeling, WV 26003

Enrollment

213

Student-Teacher

9.3:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#427 of 635

In Wheeling

#13 of 13

public schools

In district

#13 of 13

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS

Equity

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Madison Elementary School

5.5/10

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

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About Madison Elementary School

Madison Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wheeling, WV, part of OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS. Madison Elementary School serves approximately 213 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Madison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #427 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Madison Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 9.3:1 students to teachers, Madison Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-13.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.3% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68.7% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+15 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22.4 pts
Overall Proficiency68% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+22.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,079
Chronic Absenteeism21.6%

Madison Elementary School — Students at Madison Elementary School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 54.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 57.8% (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

↑ Improving

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

2009
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
32%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
62%
2019
Math
62%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
83%
ELA
80.1%
2025
Math
68.3%
ELA
68.7%

* 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: 1.4/10.

How Madison Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in WV
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
1.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

Location

91 Zane St, Wheeling, WV 26003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Madison Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bethlehem Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is The Bridgeport School District - Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Bridgeport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Steenrod Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wheeling, see our Wheeling schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
MARTINS FERRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Martins Ferry 1.4 mi 5.7
Wheeling Middle School Wheeling 1.8 mi 8.7
Ritchie Elementary School Wheeling 2.0 mi 6.6
SPEIRO ACADEMY Martins Ferry 2.2 mi
THE LINSLY SCHOOL Wheeling 2.0 mi 8.3
WHEELING COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Wheeling 2.1 mi 7.4
Martins Ferry Middle School Martins Ferry 2.7 mi 5.5
Martins Ferry High School Martins Ferry 2.7 mi 4.8
Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School Martins 2.8 mi 6.8
Woodsdale Elementary School Wheeling 2.2 mi 6.3
The Bridgeport School District - High School Bridgeport 2.3 mi 5.7
The Bridgeport School DIstrict - Middle School Bridgeport 2.3 mi 7.5
The Bridgeport School District - Elementary Bridgeport 2.3 mi 8.7
Bethlehem Elementary School Wheeling 2.9 mi 8.9
ST MICHAEL PARISH SCHOOL Wheeling 2.7 mi 5.3
Warwood School Wheeling 3.4 mi 6.5
Bellaire High School Bellaire 3.8 mi 6.8
CORPUS CHRISTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wheeling 3.6 mi 7.6
Steenrod Elementary School Wheeling 3.1 mi 8.5
Triadelphia Middle School Wheeling 3.2 mi 8.1

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

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School Rating
Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School Thomas, WV 5.5
Lavalette Elementary School Lavalette, WV 5.5
Creed Collins Elementary Pennsboro, WV 5.6
FAIRMONT CATHOLIC GRADE SCHOOL Fairmont, WV 5.6
Frankfort Intermediate School Fort Ashby, WV 5.6
Gerrardstown Elementary School Gerrardstown, WV 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Madison Elementary School

What grades does Madison Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Madison Elementary School?

Madison Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 213 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Madison Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Madison Elementary School is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Madison Elementary School rank in WV?

Madison Elementary School ranks #427 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Madison Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Madison Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Madison Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Madison Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Madison Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Madison Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
68 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Ohio County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.6%

District

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

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