Glenwood School (K-8) vs Mercer Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in West Virginia, United States, 5.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glenwood School (K-8)
Princeton · Public elementary · Grades K–8
614 students
Mercer Elementary
Princeton · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
258 students
| Measure | Glenwood School (K-8) Princeton, West Virginia | Mercer Elementary Princeton, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #186 of 390 | #192 of 390 |
| National rank | #23550 of 50,301 | #24140 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 614 | 258 |
| Enrollment | 614 | 258 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 13.6 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 43% |
| city | Princeton | Princeton |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (52.3 vs 51.5).
- •Glenwood School (K-8) does better on math proficiency (46% vs 43%).
- •Mercer Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 13.6).
- •Glenwood School (K-8) is the larger school with 614 students compared with 258.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Glenwood School (K-8) better than Mercer Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Glenwood School (K-8) and Mercer Elementary?
About 5.7 km in a straight line, between Princeton and Princeton in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glenwood School (K-8): 614. Mercer Elementary: 258. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glenwood School (K-8) and Mercer Elementary rank in West Virginia?
Glenwood School (K-8) is 186th of 390 and Mercer Elementary is 192nd of 390 among elementary schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).