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Woodsdale Elementary School

Elementary School · OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS

1 Bethany Pike, Wheeling, WV 26003

Enrollment

420

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#336 of 635

In Wheeling

#12 of 13

public schools

In district

#12 of 13

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Woodsdale Elementary School

6.3/10

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

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About Woodsdale Elementary School

Woodsdale Elementary School is a public elementary school in Wheeling, WV, part of OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS. Woodsdale Elementary School serves approximately 420 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodsdale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #336 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Woodsdale Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • District avg 7.3
  • WV avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-3.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics9.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.5% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency68.3% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+8.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+22 pts
Overall Proficiency65% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+19.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,079
Chronic Absenteeism16.4%

Woodsdale Elementary School — Students at Woodsdale Elementary School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 60.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 63.3% (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
72%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
64%
2015
Math
56%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
58%
2018
Math
56%
2019
Math
56%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
51%
2024
Math
67.7%
ELA
68.3%
2025
Math
61.5%
ELA
68.3%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Woodsdale Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.3/10
47th percentile in WV
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.4%

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

1 Bethany Pike, Wheeling, WV 26003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Woodsdale Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bethlehem Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.4 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, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wheeling, see our Wheeling schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
WHEELING COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Wheeling 0.2 mi 7.4
THE LINSLY SCHOOL Wheeling 0.4 mi 8.3
ST MICHAEL PARISH SCHOOL Wheeling 0.6 mi 5.3
Steenrod Elementary School Wheeling 1.6 mi 8.5
Triadelphia Middle School Wheeling 1.6 mi 8.1
Bethlehem Elementary School Wheeling 2.4 mi 8.9
SPEIRO ACADEMY Martins Ferry 2.1 mi
Warwood School Wheeling 2.5 mi 6.5
CORPUS CHRISTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wheeling 2.6 mi 7.6
Wheeling Park High School Wheeling 2.2 mi 6.9
Madison Elementary School Wheeling 2.2 mi 5.5
MARTINS FERRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Martins Ferry 2.3 mi 5.7
SIKORA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wheeling 2.9 mi 4.5
Ritchie Elementary School Wheeling 2.9 mi 6.6
Wheeling Middle School Wheeling 2.8 mi 8.7
Martins Ferry Middle School Martins Ferry 2.9 mi 5.5
Martins Ferry High School Martins Ferry 2.9 mi 4.8
Anna Marie Ayers Elementary School Martins 2.9 mi 6.8
Bridge Street Middle School Wheeling 3.0 mi 6.8
ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Wheeling 3.2 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

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Peterstown Elementary School Peterstown, WV 6.3
Kermit Pre K8 Kermit, WV 6.2
ST FRANCIS DE SALES CENTRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Morgantown, WV 6.2
South Preston School Tunnelton, WV 6.2
Tennerton Elementary Buckhannon, WV 6.2
Union Elementary School Buckhannon, WV 6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Woodsdale Elementary School

What grades does Woodsdale Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Woodsdale Elementary School?

Woodsdale Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodsdale Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Woodsdale Elementary School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Woodsdale Elementary School rank in WV?

Woodsdale Elementary School ranks #336 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Woodsdale Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Woodsdale Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Woodsdale Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Woodsdale Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Woodsdale Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Woodsdale Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Ohio County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.4%

District

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
4,897
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,079
District Rank
#12 of 13

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