Very Good
#13 of 69 private schools in WV
Top 17% of private schools
Wheeling Country Day School
Elementary School
8 PARK RD, Wheeling, WV 26003
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
West Virginia private schools
#13 of 69
In Wheeling
#4 of 7
public schools
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About Wheeling Country Day School
Wheeling Country Day School is a private elementary school in Wheeling, WV. Wheeling Country Day School serves approximately 183 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Wheeling Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #13 of 69 private schools in WV.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- WV avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
At 183 students, Wheeling Country Day 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 7.1:1 students to teachers, Wheeling Country Day School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Wheeling Country Day School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Wheeling Country Day School compares to 12 public schools serving similar grades in Wheeling, WV
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Wheeling Country Day School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Woodsdale Elementary School | 6.3 |
| Steenrod Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Triadelphia Middle School | 8.1 |
| Madison Elementary School | 5.5 |
| Bethlehem Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Warwood School | 6.5 |
| Wheeling Middle School | 8.7 |
| Ritchie Elementary School | 6.6 |
| Bridge Street Middle School | 6.8 |
| Elm Grove Elementary School | 8.0 |
| Sherrard Middle School | 8.1 |
| Hilltop Elementary School | 8.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WV.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in WV
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
8 PARK RD, Wheeling, WV 26003
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wheeling Country Day School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bethlehem Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Steenrod Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wheeling, see our Wheeling schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Woodsdale Elementary School Wheeling | 0.2 mi | 6.3 |
| THE LINSLY SCHOOL Wheeling | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| ST MICHAEL PARISH SCHOOL Wheeling | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Steenrod Elementary School Wheeling | 1.6 mi | 8.5 |
| Triadelphia Middle School Wheeling | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| SPEIRO ACADEMY Martins Ferry | 2.0 mi | — |
| Bethlehem Elementary School Wheeling | 2.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Warwood School Wheeling | 2.5 mi | 6.5 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wheeling | 2.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Madison Elementary School Wheeling | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| MARTINS FERRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Martins Ferry | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Wheeling Park High School Wheeling | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Ritchie Elementary School Wheeling | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Wheeling Middle School Wheeling | 2.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Martins Ferry Middle School Martins Ferry | 2.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Martins Ferry High School Martins Ferry | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School Martins | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| SIKORA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wheeling | 2.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Bridge Street Middle School Wheeling | 3.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Wheeling | 3.3 mi | 7.9 |
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
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buffalo Elementary School Buffalo, WV | 7.4 |
| Beale Elementary School Gallipolis Ferry, WV | 7.5 |
| Bluewell Elementary School Bluefield, WV | 7.5 |
| Midway Elementary School Alum Creek, WV | 7.5 |
| Pratt Elementary School Pratt, WV | 7.5 |
| Ramage Elementary Danville, WV | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wheeling Country Day School
What grades does Wheeling Country Day School serve?
Wheeling Country Day School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Wheeling Country Day School?
Wheeling Country Day School has an enrollment of approximately 183 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wheeling Country Day School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wheeling Country Day School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Wheeling Country Day School rank in WV?
Wheeling Country Day School ranks #13 of 69 private schools in WV.
What is Wheeling Country Day School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wheeling Country Day School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Wheeling Country Day School a private school?
Yes, Wheeling Country Day School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Wheeling Country Day School a religious school?
No, Wheeling Country Day School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 183
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Ohio County
- Phone
- (304) 232-2430
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