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#42 of 635 schools in WV

Top 7% in state

Weirton Elementary

Elementary School · HANCOCK COUNTY SCHOOLS

3428 Pennsylvania Ave, Weirton, WV 26062

Enrollment

773

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#42 of 635

In Weirton

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

HANCOCK COUNTY SCHOOLS

Equity

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Weirton Elementary

8.7/10

Elementary School in Weirton · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Weirton Elementary

Weirton Elementary is a public elementary school in Weirton, WV, part of HANCOCK COUNTY SCHOOLS. Weirton Elementary serves approximately 773 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Weirton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #42 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Weirton Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • WV avg 6.6

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Weirton Elementary 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 Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change+4.8 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71.6% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59.1% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+18.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+12.8 pts
Overall Proficiency65% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+18.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,820
Chronic Absenteeism33%

Weirton Elementary — Students at Weirton Elementary score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.9% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)
School
State
51.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 49.9% (multi-year average, 2014-2025)
School
State
47.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 23 test records from WV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2014
Math
49%
ELA
49%
2015
Math
55%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
43%
2018
Math
56%
2019
Math
56%
2020*
Math
49%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
45%
2024
Math
64.6%
ELA
56.6%
2025
Math
71.6%
ELA
59.1%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Weirton Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.7/10
94th percentile in WV
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.0%

Location

3428 Pennsylvania Ave, Weirton, WV 26062

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Weirton Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brooke Intermediate School North (rated 9.4/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Follansbee), which scores slightly higher. Another option is East Garfield Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Steubenville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wells Academy (rated 8.3/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Steubenville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Weirton, see our Weirton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi
School Distance Rating
MADONNA HIGH SCHOOL Weirton 0.9 mi 6.4
ST JOSEPH THE WORKER GRADE SCHOOL Weirton 1.0 mi 6.6
Weir Middle School Weirton 2.2 mi 6.9
Weir High School Weirton 2.3 mi 5.4
ST PAULS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Weirton 3.0 mi 5.6
TRI-STATE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Burgettstown 3.9 mi 8.1
CORNERSTONE MENNONITE SCHOOL Burgettstown 5.0 mi 6.3
East Garfield Elementary School Steubenville 4.8 mi 9.0
Steubenville High School Steubenville 5.1 mi 9.0
Wells Academy Steubenville 5.1 mi 8.3
Toronto Jr. / Sr. High School Toronto 5.2 mi 7.4
Toronto Elementary School Toronto 5.3 mi 8.0
Karaffa Elementary Toronto 5.3 mi 3.4
Brooke Primary School North Follansbee 6.3 mi 5.9
Brooke Intermediate School North Follansbee 6.2 mi 9.4
McKinley STEM Academy Steubenville 6.1 mi 6.8
Harding Middle School Steubenville 6.1 mi 8.5
Brooke High School Wellsburg 7.8 mi 5.0
Brooke Middle School Wellsburg 7.7 mi 4.7
Indian Creek Middle School Grades 7 & 8 Mingo Junction 7.2 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,027

Median Home Value

$122,800

Median Rent

$747/mo

Population

20,721

College Educated

21.9%

Homeownership

69.4%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Median Age

45.8

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

School Rating
Williamson Pk8 Williamson, WV 8.6
Fayetteville Pk-8 Fayetteville, WV 8.2
Suncrest Elementary School Morgantown, WV 8.1
Mountain View Elementary & Middle School Union, WV 7.9
Cheat Lake Elementary School Morgantown, WV 7.8
Mill Creek Intermediate School Bunker Hill, WV 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Weirton Elementary

What grades does Weirton Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Weirton Elementary?

Weirton Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 773 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Weirton Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Weirton 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 Weirton Elementary rank in WV?

Weirton Elementary ranks #42 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Weirton Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Weirton Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Weirton Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Weirton Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2025).

Is Weirton Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Weirton Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
11 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
773
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hancock County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.0%

District

HANCOCK COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
3,382
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,820
District Rank
#2 of 7

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