Serving 604 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, West Preston School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Preston School's student population of 604 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
604 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
West Preston School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Preston School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#531 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Hispanic
2%
3%
White
97%
87%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Preston School's ranking?
West Preston School is ranked #531 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend West Preston School?
604 students attend West Preston School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of West Preston School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Preston School?
West Preston School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does West Preston School offer ?
West Preston School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Preston School part of?
West Preston School is part of Preston County Schools.
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