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C. W. Shipley Elementary School

Public | K-5 | 385 students

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5 stars

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Posted August 11, 2012

My child attended Shipley and it literally changed his life. The staff holds the students responsible for their behavior, which in turn makes them responsible . Of course every school has certain teachers that are not effective,but my child was lucky enough not to have any of those teachers.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 19, 2012

Mr Osborne is the best Principal I ever met. He cares for every child and not only a great educator but a fair and honest man. His staff and teachers obviously follow his example. Our son has attended this school for 5 years and we love it.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 9, 2012

So far I am not impressed with the 1st & 2nd grade teachers my child has had with C.W.S. Both teachers did not respond to emails or letters. 1st grade teacher would only communicate during a few parent teacher conferences on the progress of my child. When I had concerns about the progress I was told my child was mastering all subjects. I learned in 2nd grade that my child was behind in some of the subject due to the 1st grade teacher s lack of teaching the correct material. 2nd grade teacher communicated better but offered no solutions in helping my child progress. I had to make several requests to ensure that my child receive the help needed to master all the subjects. Thankfully I have a family of teachers who gave me tools to help my child progress and master the subjects that my child once was behind in. I have heard that the 3rd, 4th and 5th grade teachers are great and I am hoping that next year will be a VAST improvement and experience for us.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 20, 2010

Fantastic, friendly, involved principal!! Great group of teachers! High Westest scores!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 20, 2010

C. W. Shipley is a wonderful school. The principal, faculty and staff are all dedicated to their jobs and are there for the students at all times. They go above and beyond what is required of them to make their school the place where learning is fun. Test scores are outstanding!


Posted May 20, 2010

Both of my children attended C.W. Shipley, from Kindergarten through 5th grade. The teachers are amazing, the staff is wonderful, and the principal is so loved by the children. THis is a school that works with you and your child, not against, developing a true partnership in the education of all children.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 21, 2004

my oldest son has attended 1st, 2nd and now 3rd grade at shipley. My 5 yr old has started kindergarten. I have nothing but positive comments about this school. The principle Mr. Osbourne is amazing and fantastic with all the children. He knows just about every childs name in the school by the end of the year. The children are treated as individuals there not just a face in the crowd. All schools and staff are wonderful anywhere in the country. The teaching needs to begin and continue at home. The parents need to participate in their childs education. I reccomend this scholl to any new family coming into the area.
—Submitted by Sandi Bonner, a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 45% in 2010.

93 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
59%

2009

 
 
78%

2008

 
 
85%

2007

 
 
80%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 45% in 2010.

93 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
66%

2009

 
 
87%

2008

 
 
83%

2007

 
 
85%
Science

The state average for Science was 40% in 2010.

93 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
67%

2009

 
 
82%

2008

 
 
94%

2007

 
 
98%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 36% in 2010.

93 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
54%

2009

 
 
82%

2008

 
 
89%

2007

 
 
95%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2009-2010 West Virginia used the West Virginia Educational Standards Test 2 (WESTEST 2) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and science, and grades 3 through 11 in social studies. The WESTEST 2 is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of West Virginia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the test.

See West Virginia's state standards

Source: West Virginia Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 43% in 2010.

75 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
51%

2009

 
 
79%

2008

 
 
93%

2007

 
 
82%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 41% in 2010.

75 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
57%

2009

 
 
74%

2008

 
 
91%

2007

 
 
87%
Science

The state average for Science was 35% in 2010.

75 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
55%

2009

 
 
66%

2008

 
 
99%

2007

 
 
93%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 36% in 2010.

73 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
74%

2009

 
 
81%

2008

 
 
96%

2007

 
 
90%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2009-2010 West Virginia used the West Virginia Educational Standards Test 2 (WESTEST 2) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and science, and grades 3 through 11 in social studies. The WESTEST 2 is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of West Virginia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the test.

See West Virginia's state standards

Source: West Virginia Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 45% in 2010.

73 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
59%

2009

 
 
89%

2008

 
 
89%

2007

 
 
88%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 44% in 2010.

73 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
60%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
89%

2007

 
 
83%
Science

The state average for Science was 40% in 2010.

73 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
60%

2009

 
 
79%

2008

 
 
94%

2007

 
 
91%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 33% in 2010.

73 students were tested at this school in 2010.

2010

 
 
48%

2009

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
90%

2007

 
 
85%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2009-2010 West Virginia used the West Virginia Educational Standards Test 2 (WESTEST 2) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and science, and grades 3 through 11 in social studies. The WESTEST 2 is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of West Virginia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the test.

See West Virginia's state standards

Source: West Virginia Department of Education

Math

All Students59%
Female52%
Male67%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
White61%
Economically disadvantaged32%
Economically non-disadvantaged68%
Students with disabilities36%
Students without disabilities62%
English language learnersn/a

Reading

All Students66%
Female65%
Male67%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
White66%
Economically disadvantaged41%
Economically non-disadvantaged73%
Students with disabilities36%
Students without disabilities70%
English language learnersn/a

Science

All Students67%
Female63%
Male71%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
White67%
Economically disadvantaged41%
Economically non-disadvantaged75%
Students with disabilities45%
Students without disabilities70%
English language learnersn/a

Social Studies

All Students54%
Female46%
Male62%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
White54%
Economically disadvantaged27%
Economically non-disadvantaged62%
Students with disabilities36%
Students without disabilities56%
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2009-2010 West Virginia used the West Virginia Educational Standards Test 2 (WESTEST 2) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and science, and grades 3 through 11 in social studies. The WESTEST 2 is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of West Virginia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the West Virginia Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See West Virginia's state standards

Source: West Virginia Department of Education

Math

All Students51%
Female45%
Male57%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White51%
Economically disadvantaged53%
Economically non-disadvantaged50%
Students with disabilities38%
Students without disabilities54%
English language learnersn/a

Reading

All Students57%
Female71%
Male43%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White57%
Economically disadvantaged33%
Economically non-disadvantaged63%
Students with disabilities44%
Students without disabilities61%
English language learnersn/a

Science

All Students55%
Female61%
Male49%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White56%
Economically disadvantaged40%
Economically non-disadvantaged58%
Students with disabilities38%
Students without disabilities59%
English language learnersn/a

Social Studies

All Students74%
Female73%
Male75%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White76%
Economically disadvantaged64%
Economically non-disadvantaged76%
Students with disabilities71%
Students without disabilities75%
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2009-2010 West Virginia used the West Virginia Educational Standards Test 2 (WESTEST 2) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and science, and grades 3 through 11 in social studies. The WESTEST 2 is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of West Virginia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the West Virginia Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See West Virginia's state standards

Source: West Virginia Department of Education

Math

All Students59%
Female65%
Male55%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White62%
Economically disadvantaged40%
Economically non-disadvantaged69%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities63%
English language learnersn/a

Reading

All Students60%
Female61%
Male60%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White62%
Economically disadvantaged48%
Economically non-disadvantaged67%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities65%
English language learnersn/a

Science

All Students60%
Female58%
Male62%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White63%
Economically disadvantaged52%
Economically non-disadvantaged65%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities65%
English language learnersn/a

Social Studies

All Students48%
Female42%
Male52%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Hispanicn/a
Multiracialn/a
White49%
Economically disadvantaged28%
Economically non-disadvantaged58%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities49%
English language learnersn/a
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2009-2010 West Virginia used the West Virginia Educational Standards Test 2 (WESTEST 2) to test students in grades 3 through 8 and 10 in reading, math and science, and grades 3 through 11 in social studies. The WESTEST 2 is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of West Virginia. The goal is for all students to score at or above the proficient level on the test.

The different student groups are identified by the West Virginia Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See West Virginia's state standards

Source: West Virginia Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 89% 93%
Black 6% 5%
Hispanic 4% 1%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 1%
American Indian/Alaska Native N/A 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 24%N/A50%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 15N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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652 Shipley School Rd
Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
Phone: (304) 725-4395

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