Serving 244 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kanawha City Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than 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 11% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (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
School Overview
Kanawha City Elementary School's student population of 244 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Kanawha City Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kanawha City Elementary School is 0.53, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#383 out of 629 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
16%
4%
White
66%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
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 #383 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend Kanawha City Elementary School?
244 students attend Kanawha City Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Kanawha City Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kanawha City Elementary School?
Kanawha City Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Kanawha City Elementary School part of?
Kanawha City Elementary School is part of Kanawha County Schools School District.
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