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Very Good

#141 of 635 schools in WV

Top 22% in state

New Martinsville School

Elementary School · WETZEL COUNTY SCHOOLS

20 E Benjamin Dr, New Martinsville, WV 26155

Enrollment

812

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#141 of 635

In New Martinsville

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

WETZEL COUNTY SCHOOLS

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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7.8/10

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About New Martinsville School

New Martinsville School is a public elementary school in New Martinsville, WV, part of WETZEL COUNTY SCHOOLS. New Martinsville School serves approximately 812 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. New Martinsville School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #141 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for New Martinsville School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.5
  • WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at New Martinsville 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 Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.6% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-8.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.3 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+6.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,536
Chronic Absenteeism37.6%

New Martinsville School — Students at New Martinsville School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.9% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 43.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 49 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
45%
ELA
40%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
46%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
48%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
43%
2013
Math
31%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
25%
ELA
36%
2015
Math
32%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
40%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
36%
2018
Math
42%
2019
Math
42%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
31%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
31%
2022
Math
34%
ELA
30%
2024
Math
46.2%
ELA
46%
2025
Math
45%
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: 7.2/10.

How New Martinsville School Compares

See how New Martinsville School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
78th percentile in WV
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
70 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.6%

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

20 E Benjamin Dr, New Martinsville, WV 26155

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering New Martinsville School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arthur I Boreman Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Middlebourne), which scores notably higher. Another option is Washington Lands Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Moundsville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Beallsville Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 14.6 miles away, in nearby Beallsville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New Martinsville, see our New Martinsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.8 mi
School Distance Rating
River High School Hannibal 0.9 mi 5.0
River Elementary School Hannibal 0.9 mi 7.0
Magnolia High School New Martinsville 2.4 mi 6.8
Paden City Elementary School Paden City 6.1 mi 6.4
Paden City High School Paden City 6.6 mi 8.2
Swiss Hills Career Center Woodsfield 8.0 mi 7.2
Tyler Consolidated Middle School Sistersville 11.3 mi 8.3
Tyler Consolidated High School Sistersville 11.3 mi 6.5
Short Line School Reader 10.3 mi 4.0
Sistersville Elementary School Sistersville 11.6 mi 4.7
Powhatan Elementary School Powhatan Point 13.4 mi 6.4
Arthur I Boreman Elementary School Middlebourne 14.2 mi 9.4
Valley High School Pine Grove 12.5 mi 5.1
Washington Lands Elementary School Moundsville 15.1 mi 8.4
Beallsville Elementary School Beallsville 14.6 mi 7.8
Beallsville High School Beallsville 14.6 mi 5.6
Central Elementary School Moundsville 17.4 mi 6.1
Moundsville Middle School Moundsville 17.7 mi 6.1
Matamoras Elementary School New Matamoras 15.8 mi 6.4
ST SYLVESTERS CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Woodsfield 14.8 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26155 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,747

Median Home Value

$123,000

Median Rent

$701/mo

Population

7,715

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

81.7%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

14.8%

Median Age

44.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Cheat Lake Elementary School Morgantown, WV 7.8
Mill Creek Intermediate School Bunker Hill, WV 7.8
Ripley Elementary School Ripley, WV 7.8
Tomahawk Intermediate School Hedgesville, WV 7.7
Winfield Elementary Winfield, WV 7.7
Petersburg Elementary School Petersburg, WV 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about New Martinsville School

What grades does New Martinsville School serve?

New Martinsville School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend New Martinsville School?

New Martinsville School has an enrollment of approximately 812 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at New Martinsville School?

The student-teacher ratio at New Martinsville School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does New Martinsville School rank in WV?

New Martinsville School ranks #141 of 635 schools in WV.

What is New Martinsville School's MySchoolScout rating?

New Martinsville School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 New Martinsville School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, New Martinsville School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is New Martinsville School a charter school?

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

Is New Martinsville School a Title I school?

No, New Martinsville School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
812
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
70
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Wetzel County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.6%

District

WETZEL COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
2,205
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,536
District Rank
#2 of 8

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