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Ritchie Elementary School

3700 Wood St, Wheeling, WV, 26003

Top 10% School in WEST VIRGINIA

Ranked 6 of 139 in WEST VIRGINIA

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About Ritchie Elementary School

Ritchie Elementary School is a public school in Wheeling, West Virginia that serves students from pre-kindergarten through 5th grade. The school has about 350 students and a student-to-teacher ratio of 12:1, which means that classes are smaller and students get more one-on-one attention. Ritchie Elementary has a regular elementary school curriculum as well as programs for early reading and writing, math enrichment, and gifted and talented students. The school also focuses on character development and social-emotional learning to help all of its students grow. The student body is mostly White, with about 10% of students being minorities. This shows that there is some diversity. The school's academic performance is above or close to the state averages in West Virginia, with 72% of students being good at math and 57% being good at reading. It costs about $13,500 per student to support instructional programs, classroom resources, and student services. The school is in a residential area of Wheeling, which makes it a great place for families and the community. Ritchie Elementary School is a good choice for elementary school in the area because it has strong math skills, balanced class sizes, and a supportive learning environment.

Ritchie Elementary School Contact Information

Address

3700 Wood St, Wheeling, WV, 26003

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Phone

(304) 243-0372

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 72%
Reading 57%
State average proficiency is 72% in Math and 57% in Reading.
25
Full-time Teachers
12 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
305
Total Students
$63879
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 6 IN STEM IN STATE

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Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
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Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 68.2%
Asian 0.66%
Hispanic 1.31%
Black 17.05%
Two+ Races 12.79%
Native Am. 0%
White
68.2%
Asian
0.66%
Hispanic
1.31%
Black
17.05%
Two+ Races
12.79%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 305
46.23%
141 Female
53.77%
164 Male

Student Population

305 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 12 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

203 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Ritchie Elementary School is marking its 99th year during the 2025–2026 school year in preparation for its 100th-anniversary celebration next year. Plans include fundraising for a new playground and involving parents and alumni in the milestone events.

FAQ

Q1. Do students at Ritchie Elementary get to school by bus?

Ans. Yes, the school provides bus service for students who live along certain district routes.

Q2. Does Ritchie Elementary offer after-school activities?

Ans. Yes, students can take part in events like music, art, and seasonal school events.

Q3. What does the school do to help students who need extra help with their schoolwork?

Ans. Ritchie Elementary offers intervention programs, small-group instruction, and help from specialists.

Q4. Are parents allowed to help out or take part in school events?

Ans. Yes, parents can help by being in the classroom, going to PTO events, and participating in school programs.

Q5. How do families find out about changes at school?

Ans. The school communicates with families through newsletters, teacher messages, and the district’s communication system.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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