Kingwood Elementary vs South Preston School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in West Virginia, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kingwood Elementary
Kingwood · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
383 students
South Preston School
Tunnelton · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
312 students
| Measure | Kingwood Elementary Kingwood, West Virginia | South Preston School Tunnelton, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #288 of 390 | #364 of 390 |
| National rank | #30943 of 50,301 | #38646 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 383 | 312 |
| Enrollment | 383 | 312 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 13.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 23% |
| city | Kingwood | Tunnelton |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kingwood Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.5 vs 29.9).
- •Kingwood Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 23%).
- •South Preston School does better on students per teacher (13.6 vs 15.3).
- •Kingwood Elementary is the larger school with 383 students compared with 312.
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 Kingwood Elementary better than South Preston School?
On the Success Index (US), Kingwood Elementary ranks higher (41.5 vs 29.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Kingwood Elementary and South Preston School?
About 12 km in a straight line, between Kingwood and Tunnelton in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kingwood Elementary: 383. South Preston School: 312. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kingwood Elementary and South Preston School rank in West Virginia?
Kingwood Elementary is 288th of 390 and South Preston School is 364th of 390 among elementary schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).