Serving 502 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Williamson Pk8 ranks in the top 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 49% (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 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
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Williamson Pk8 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
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Williamson Pk8's student population of 502 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
502 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Williamson Pk8 ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williamson Pk8 is 0.17, 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
#241 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
3%
4%
White
91%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Williamson Pk8's ranking?
Williamson Pk8 is ranked #241 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Williamson Pk8 often compared to?
Williamson Pk8is often viewed alongside schools like Mingo Central Comprehensive High School, Burch Pk8 by visitors of our site.
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 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Williamson Pk8?
502 students attend Williamson Pk8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Williamson Pk8 students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williamson Pk8?
Williamson Pk8 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Williamson Pk8 offer ?
Williamson Pk8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Williamson Pk8 part of?
Williamson Pk8 is part of Mingo County Schools.
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