Serving 322 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Shepherdstown 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 57% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 322 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shepherdstown 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
Diversity
School Overview
Shepherdstown Elementary School's student population of 322 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
322 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Shepherdstown Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shepherdstown Elementary School is 0.34, which is more 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
#55 out of 627 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
2%
Black
6%
4%
White
81%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shepherdstown Elementary School's ranking?
Shepherdstown Elementary School is ranked #55 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Shepherdstown Elementary School often compared to?
Shepherdstown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ranson Elementary School, South Jefferson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Shepherdstown Elementary School?
322 students attend Shepherdstown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Shepherdstown Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shepherdstown Elementary School?
Shepherdstown Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shepherdstown Elementary School offer ?
Shepherdstown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shepherdstown Elementary School part of?
Shepherdstown Elementary School is part of Jefferson County Schools School District.
School Reviews
1 2/20/2020
when I was little i was pinned down on the ground and some kid nailed me in the balls and the next day NONE of the teachers nor the principle did anything to help.
5 1/20/2020
I love this school I never want to leave it!!
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