Kingwood Elementary vs West Preston School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in West Virginia, United States, 11 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
West Preston School
Arthurdale · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
604 students
| Measure | Kingwood Elementary Kingwood, West Virginia | West Preston School Arthurdale, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #288 of 390 | #377 of 390 |
| National rank | #30943 of 50,301 | #41176 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 383 | 604 |
| Enrollment | 383 | 604 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.3 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 24% |
| city | Kingwood | Arthurdale |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kingwood Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.5 vs 25.9).
- •Kingwood Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 24%).
- •West Preston School does better on students per teacher (14.7 vs 15.3).
- •West Preston School is the larger school with 604 students compared with 383.
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 West Preston School?
On the Success Index (US), Kingwood Elementary ranks higher (41.5 vs 25.9 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 West Preston School?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Kingwood and Arthurdale in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kingwood Elementary: 383. West Preston School: 604. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kingwood Elementary and West Preston School rank in West Virginia?
Kingwood Elementary is 288th of 390 and West Preston School is 377th of 390 among elementary schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).