Serving 527 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Blennerhassett Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
 - Enrollment: 527 students
 - Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
 - Minority Enrollment: 8%
 - Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WV
 - Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 10%)
 - Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
 - Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
 - Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
 
Top Rankings
Blennerhassett Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Blennerhassett Elementary School's student population of 527 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
527 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Blennerhassett Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blennerhassett Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#36 out of 617 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
92%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
 
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blennerhassett Elementary School's ranking?
Blennerhassett Elementary School is ranked #36 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Blennerhassett Elementary School often compared to?
Blennerhassett Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Criss Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Blennerhassett Elementary School?
527 students attend Blennerhassett Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Blennerhassett Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blennerhassett Elementary School?
Blennerhassett Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Blennerhassett Elementary School offer ?
Blennerhassett Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blennerhassett Elementary School part of?
Blennerhassett Elementary School is part of Wood County Schools.
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