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#320 of 635 schools in WV

North Jefferson Elementary

Elementary School · JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS

6996 Charles Town Rd, Kearneysville, WV 25430

Enrollment

240

Student-Teacher

8.3:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#320 of 635

In district

#10 of 16

JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS

School environment

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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North Jefferson Elementary

6.4/10

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

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About North Jefferson Elementary

North Jefferson Elementary is a public elementary school in Kearneysville, WV, part of JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS. North Jefferson Elementary serves approximately 240 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 8.3:1 student-teacher ratio. North Jefferson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #320 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for North Jefferson Elementary show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at North Jefferson Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 8.3:1 students to teachers, North Jefferson Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

North Jefferson 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 Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.53 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics3.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.9% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.8% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-26.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.5 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected-16.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,424
Chronic Absenteeism29.2%

North Jefferson Elementary — Students at North Jefferson Elementary score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 37.8% (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

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
22%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
32%
2019
Math
32%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2024
Math
26.3%
ELA
36.5%
2025
Math
27%
ELA
38.8%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How North Jefferson Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
50th percentile in WV
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.2%

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

6996 Charles Town Rd, Kearneysville, WV 25430

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Jefferson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Driswood Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Shenandoah Junction), which scores notably higher. Another option is C. W. Shipley Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Harpers Ferry), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wright Denny Intermediate School (rated 7.4/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Charles Town), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kearneysville, see our Kearneysville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.4 mi
School Distance Rating
T A Lowery Elementary School Shenandoah Junction 1.7 mi 3.3
WEE DISCIPLES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kearneysville 2.7 mi 3.8
Wildwood Middle School Shenandoah Junction 2.7 mi 7.9
Jefferson High School Shenandoah Junction 2.8 mi 5.9
Driswood Elementary School Shenandoah Junction 3.8 mi 8.1
Ranson Elementary School Ranson 4.6 mi 3.9
Wright Denny Intermediate School Charles Town 5.7 mi 7.4
Eastern Panhandle Preparatory Academy Kearneysville 5.2 mi
Virtual Preparatory Academy of West Virginia Kearneysville 5.2 mi
Shepherdstown Middle School Shepherdstown 5.5 mi 8.9
FAITH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Martinsburg 6.3 mi 5.6
Shepherdstown Elementary School Shepherdstown 5.6 mi 6.4
Charles Town Middle School Charles Town 6.5 mi 7.5
Page Jackson Elementary Charles Town 6.8 mi 5.1
THE LIGHT OF THE CHILD MONTESSORI SCHOOL, LLC Shepherdstown 6.0 mi
Washington High School Charles Town 7.5 mi 5.4
C. W. Shipley Elementary School Harpers Ferry 6.4 mi 8.1
Berkeley Heights Elementary School Martinsburg 7.0 mi 3.7
Martinsburg High School Martinsburg 7.2 mi 4.2
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Martinsburg 7.4 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25430 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,808

Median Home Value

$279,500

Median Rent

$1,333/mo

Population

8,215

College Educated

28.2%

Homeownership

80.4%

Avg Commute

39.9 min

Poverty Rate

11%

Median Age

42.6

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School Rating
Kimball Elementary School Kimball, WV 6.4
Paden City Elementary School Paden City, WV 6.4
Shepherdstown Elementary School Shepherdstown, WV 6.4
Baileysville Elementary & Middle School Brenton, WV 6.5
Fort Ashby Primary School Fort Ashby, WV 6.5
Salt Rock Elementary School Salt Rock, WV 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Jefferson Elementary

What grades does North Jefferson Elementary serve?

North Jefferson Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend North Jefferson Elementary?

North Jefferson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 240 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Jefferson Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at North Jefferson Elementary is 8.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Jefferson Elementary rank in WV?

North Jefferson Elementary ranks #320 of 635 schools in WV.

What is North Jefferson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

North Jefferson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 North Jefferson Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Jefferson Elementary has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is North Jefferson Elementary a charter school?

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

Is North Jefferson Elementary a Title I school?

No, North Jefferson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.2%

District

JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
8,245
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,424
District Rank
#10 of 16

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