Serving 151 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alum Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 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 40-44% (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 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: ALUM CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL serves the west part of South Charleston, WV, encompassing an area of approximately 41.2 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 6.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alum Creek Elementary School's student population of 151 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
151 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Alum Creek 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 Alum Creek Elementary School is 0.15, which is less 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
#276 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
8%
Showing 2003–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alum Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Alum Creek Elementary School is ranked #276 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Alum Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Alum Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgeview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Alum Creek Elementary School?
151 students attend Alum Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Alum Creek Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alum Creek Elementary School?
Alum Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Alum Creek Elementary School offer ?
Alum Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alum Creek Elementary School part of?
Alum Creek Elementary School is part of Kanawha County Schools.
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