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#152 of 635 schools in WV

Top 24% in state

Winfield Elementary

Elementary School · PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS

75 Wall St, Winfield, WV 25213

Enrollment

533

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#152 of 635

In Winfield

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#6 of 22

PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Winfield Elementary

7.7/10

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

Winfield Middle School

8.7/10

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7.8/10

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About Winfield Elementary

Winfield Elementary is a public elementary school in Winfield, WV, part of PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS. Winfield Elementary serves approximately 533 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Winfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #152 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Winfield Elementary show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.5
  • WV avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+2.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68.7% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.1% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+15.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+19.8 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+18.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment5.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,757
Chronic Absenteeism29.5%

Winfield Elementary — Students at Winfield Elementary score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 62.0% (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
59%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
50%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
63%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
48%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
51%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
64%
2019
Math
64%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
63%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2024
Math
66.9%
ELA
62.3%
2025
Math
68.7%
ELA
66.1%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Winfield Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
76th percentile in WV
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
5.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.5%

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

75 Wall St, Winfield, WV 25213

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Winfield Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nitro Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Nitro), which scores notably higher. Another option is Poca Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Poca), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Buffalo Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Buffalo), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Winfield, see our Winfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Winfield Middle School Winfield 0.5 mi 8.7
Winfield High School Winfield 1.0 mi 7.8
George Washington Middle Eleanor 1.7 mi 8.0
George Washington Elementary Eleanor 1.8 mi 5.0
Hometown Elementary Red House 1.8 mi 5.8
Eastbrook Elementary School Winfield 4.7 mi 5.2
TEAYS VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Scott Depot 5.6 mi 6.0
Scott Teays Elementary Scott Depot 5.8 mi 6.5
Mountain View Elementary Hurricane 6.4 mi 6.5
Poca Elementary Poca 5.8 mi 8.3
Poca Middle School Poca 5.8 mi 6.0
Poca High School Poca 6.5 mi 5.4
Rock Branch Elementary Nitro 7.0 mi 5.6
West Teays Elementary Hurricane 7.2 mi 6.9
CALVARY BAPTIST ACADEMY Hurricane 7.4 mi 5.0
Buffalo Elementary School Buffalo 7.4 mi 7.4
Nitro High School Nitro 8.1 mi 5.0
Nitro Elementary School Nitro 8.2 mi 8.9
Buffalo High School Buffalo 7.4 mi 4.8
Confidence Elementary Liberty 7.3 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$89,750

Median Home Value

$248,800

Median Rent

$1,020/mo

Population

6,274

College Educated

34.5%

Homeownership

83.5%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

38.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Bunker Hill Elementary Bunker Hill, WV 7.7
Central City Elementary School Huntington, WV 7.7
Lubeck Elementary School Parkersburg, WV 7.7
Ronceverte Elementary Ronceverte, WV 7.7
Tomahawk Intermediate School Hedgesville, WV 7.7
Kellogg Elementary School Huntington, WV 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Winfield Elementary

What grades does Winfield Elementary serve?

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

How many students attend Winfield Elementary?

Winfield Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 533 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Winfield Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Winfield Elementary is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Winfield Elementary rank in WV?

Winfield Elementary ranks #152 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Winfield Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Winfield Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Winfield Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Winfield Elementary has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Winfield Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Winfield Elementary a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Putnam County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.5%

District

PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
8,826
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,757
District Rank
#6 of 22

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