Serving 242 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kanawha City Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kanawha City Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Kanawha City Elementary School's student population of 242 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
242 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kanawha City Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kanawha City Elementary School is 0.52, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#220 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
19%
4%
White
66%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kanawha City Elementary School's ranking?
Kanawha City Elementary School is ranked #220 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Kanawha City Elementary School often compared to?
Kanawha City Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chamberlain Elementary School, Mary C. Snow West Side Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Kanawha City Elementary School?
242 students attend Kanawha City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Kanawha City Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kanawha City Elementary School?
Kanawha City Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kanawha City Elementary School offer ?
Kanawha City Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kanawha City Elementary School part of?
Kanawha City Elementary School is part of Kanawha County Schools.
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