Serving 213 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chamberlain 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 40-44% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). 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 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chamberlain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Chamberlain Elementary School's student population of 213 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
213 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chamberlain Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chamberlain Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#263 out of 627 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
17%
4%
White
67%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chamberlain Elementary School's ranking?
Chamberlain Elementary School is ranked #263 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Chamberlain Elementary School often compared to?
Chamberlain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kanawha City Elementary School, Ruffner Elementary School, Horace Mann Middle 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 32% WV state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Chamberlain Elementary School?
213 students attend Chamberlain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Chamberlain Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chamberlain Elementary School?
Chamberlain Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chamberlain Elementary School offer ?
Chamberlain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Chamberlain Elementary School part of?
Chamberlain Elementary School is part of Kanawha County Schools School District.
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