Serving 339 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, C. W. Shipley Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 339 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C. W. Shipley 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
C. W. Shipley Elementary School's student population of 339 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
339 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
C. W. Shipley Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C. W. Shipley Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#8 out of 627 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
7%
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
82%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
51%
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 C. W. Shipley Elementary School's ranking?
C. W. Shipley Elementary School is ranked #8 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are C. W. Shipley Elementary School often compared to?
C. W. Shipley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blue Ridge Elementary School, Driswood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend C. W. Shipley Elementary School?
339 students attend C. W. Shipley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of C. W. Shipley Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of C. W. Shipley Elementary School?
C. W. Shipley Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does C. W. Shipley Elementary School offer ?
C. W. Shipley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is C. W. Shipley Elementary School part of?
C. W. Shipley Elementary School is part of Jefferson County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 9/29/2021
Shipley has a core of dedicated and supportive staff who provide an academic and positive environment.
5 6/30/2018
Loved the school have alot of fond memories of my time there
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