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#328 of 635 schools in WV

Paden City Elementary School

Elementary School · WETZEL COUNTY SCHOOLS

510 N 2nd Ave, Paden City, WV 26159

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

166

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Enrollment

166

Student-Teacher

9.8:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#328 of 635

In Paden City

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

WETZEL COUNTY SCHOOLS

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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About Paden City Elementary School

Paden City Elementary School is a public elementary school in Paden City, WV, part of WETZEL COUNTY SCHOOLS. Paden City Elementary School serves approximately 166 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Paden City Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #328 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Paden City Elementary School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district

6.4

This school 6.4 · Average
District avg 5.5
WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

At 166 students, Paden City Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Paden City Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Paden City Elementary School 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 Progress5.6Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data16

Annual Change-0.49 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2025

TrendStable

Academics5.8Average30%

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

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Math Proficiency30.3% (2025 WVGSA)

Reading/ELA Proficiency46.2% (2025 WVGSA)

Math vs. State Avg-23 pts

Reading vs. State Avg-0.1 pts

Overall Proficiency38% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)

vs. Expected-3.5 pts

Adjusted Percentile40th

Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio9.8:1

Per-Pupil Spending$21,536

Chronic Absenteeism43.4%

Paden City Elementary School — Students at Paden City Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

43.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

ELA Proficiency 40.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)

School

State

46.8% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 41 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

47%

ELA

37%

2010

Math

42%

ELA

37%

2011

Math

37%

ELA

47%

2012

Math

27%

ELA

42%

2013

Math

32%

ELA

47%

2014

Math

27%

ELA

47%

2015

Math

27%

2016

Math

22%

ELA

32%

2017

Math

27%

ELA

27%

2018

Math

32%

2019

Math

32%

2020*

Math

22%

ELA

32%

2021*

Math

22%

ELA

32%

2022

Math

27%

ELA

27%

2024

Math

32%

ELA

45.5%

2025

Math

30.3%

ELA

46.2%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Paden City Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score

6.4/10

49th percentile in WV

Academic

5.8/10

Average

Growth

5.6/10

Average

Environment

9.5/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff

10:1 student-teacher ratio

17 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

43.4%

Location

510 N 2nd Ave, Paden City, WV 26159

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Paden City Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arthur I Boreman Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 10.0 miles away, in nearby Middlebourne), which scores notably higher. Another option is New Martinsville School (rated 7.8/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby New Martinsville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Beallsville Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 17.2 miles away, in nearby Beallsville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Paden City, see our Paden City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.2 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Paden City High School Paden City	0.5 mi	160	8.2
Magnolia High School New Martinsville	4.2 mi	302	6.8
River Elementary School Hannibal	5.3 mi	310	7.0
River High School Hannibal	5.3 mi	181	5.0
Sistersville Elementary School Sistersville	5.5 mi	280	4.7
Tyler Consolidated Middle School Sistersville	6.4 mi	266	8.3
Tyler Consolidated High School Sistersville	6.4 mi	369	6.5
New Martinsville School New Martinsville	6.1 mi	812	7.8
Swiss Hills Career Center Woodsfield	10.1 mi	149	7.2
Arthur I Boreman Elementary School Middlebourne	10.0 mi	279	9.4
Matamoras Elementary School New Matamoras	9.8 mi	105	6.4
Short Line School Reader	11.0 mi	367	4.0
ST SYLVESTERS CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Woodsfield	14.3 mi	85	6.1
ST SYLVESTER CENTRAL SCHOOL Woodsfield	14.4 mi	85	6.6
Valley High School Pine Grove	13.6 mi	139	5.1
Monroe Central High School Woodsfield	15.1 mi	241	4.9
Woodsfield Elementary School Woodsfield	15.2 mi	377	7.5
Beallsville Elementary School Beallsville	17.2 mi	152	7.8
Beallsville High School Beallsville	17.2 mi	113	5.6
Frontier High/Middle School New Matamoras	16.2 mi	209	7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26159 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,113

Median Home Value

$101,700

Median Rent

$830/mo

Population

2,523

College Educated

16.6%

Homeownership

78.9%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

40.2

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Kimball Elementary School Kimball, WV	169	6.4
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Fort Ashby Primary School Fort Ashby, WV	226	6.5
Salt Rock Elementary School Salt Rock, WV	225	6.5
West Liberty Elementary School West Liberty, WV	118	6.5
Altizer Elementary School Huntington, WV	210	6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Paden City Elementary School

What grades does Paden City Elementary School serve?

Paden City Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Paden City Elementary School?

Paden City Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 166 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Paden City Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Paden City Elementary School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Paden City Elementary School rank in WV?

Paden City Elementary School ranks #328 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Paden City Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Paden City Elementary School 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 Paden City Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Paden City Elementary School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Paden City Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Paden City Elementary School a Title I school?

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