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Very Good

#178 of 635 schools in WV

Top 28% in state

Wright Denny Intermediate School

Elementary School · JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS

209 W Congress St, Charles Town, WV 25414

Enrollment

337

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

7.4

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#178 of 635

In Charles Town

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#8 of 16

JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Wright Denny Intermediate School

7.4/10

Elementary School in Charles Town · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.5/10

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About Wright Denny Intermediate School

Wright Denny Intermediate School is a public elementary school in Charles Town, WV, part of JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS. Wright Denny Intermediate School serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Wright Denny Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #178 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Wright Denny Intermediate School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.4
  • 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
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.2% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-10.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+0.9 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected-4.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,424
Chronic Absenteeism20.5%

Wright Denny Intermediate School — Students at Wright Denny Intermediate School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 49.8% (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
51%
ELA
44%
2010
Math
53%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
49%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
44%
2019
Math
44%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
40%
ELA
46%
2024
Math
37.2%
ELA
47.4%
2025
Math
43%
ELA
47.2%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Wright Denny Intermediate School Compares

See how Wright Denny Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
72th percentile in WV
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

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

209 W Congress St, Charles Town, WV 25414

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wright Denny Intermediate School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Jefferson Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 4.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Driswood Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Shenandoah Junction), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, C. W. Shipley Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Harpers Ferry), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Charles Town, see our Charles Town schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Charles Town Middle School Charles Town 0.9 mi 7.5
Ranson Elementary School Ranson 1.1 mi 3.9
Page Jackson Elementary Charles Town 1.4 mi 5.1
Washington High School Charles Town 2.2 mi 5.4
Driswood Elementary School Shenandoah Junction 4.1 mi 8.1
WEE DISCIPLES CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kearneysville 4.1 mi 3.8
T A Lowery Elementary School Shenandoah Junction 4.8 mi 3.3
Jefferson High School Shenandoah Junction 4.7 mi 5.9
Wildwood Middle School Shenandoah Junction 5.0 mi 7.9
South Jefferson Elementary School Charles Town 4.3 mi 8.3
North Jefferson Elementary Kearneysville 5.7 mi 6.4
Eastern Panhandle Preparatory Academy Kearneysville 4.7 mi
Virtual Preparatory Academy of West Virginia Kearneysville 4.7 mi
C. W. Shipley Elementary School Harpers Ferry 4.8 mi 8.1
Blue Ridge Elementary School Harpers Ferry 5.1 mi 7.2
Harpers Ferry Middle School Harpers Ferry 6.1 mi 8.0
Shepherdstown Middle School Shepherdstown 10.0 mi 8.9
Shepherdstown Elementary School Shepherdstown 10.0 mi 6.4
THE LIGHT OF THE CHILD MONTESSORI SCHOOL, LLC Shepherdstown 10.4 mi
GRAFTON INTEGRATED HEALTH NETWORK - BERRYVILLE Berryville 10.8 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25414 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,020

Median Home Value

$365,500

Median Rent

$1,036/mo

Population

20,273

College Educated

36.6%

Homeownership

76.5%

Avg Commute

38.3 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

41.1

Similar Schools

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Fairdale Elementary School Fairdale, WV 7.4
Lakewood Elementary School Saint Albans, WV 7.4
Ridgeview Elementary Sophia, WV 7.4
Shady Spring Elementary Shady Spring, WV 7.4
Beale Elementary School Gallipolis Ferry, WV 7.5
Lenore Pk8 School Williamson, WV 7.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wright Denny Intermediate School

What grades does Wright Denny Intermediate School serve?

Wright Denny Intermediate School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Wright Denny Intermediate School?

Wright Denny Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wright Denny Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wright Denny Intermediate School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wright Denny Intermediate School rank in WV?

Wright Denny Intermediate School ranks #178 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Wright Denny Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wright Denny Intermediate 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.

What are the test scores at Wright Denny Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wright Denny Intermediate School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Wright Denny Intermediate School a charter school?

No, Wright Denny Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wright Denny Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Wright Denny Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
74 Very Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.5%

District

JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
8,245
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,424
District Rank
#8 of 16

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