Serving 205 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chesapeake 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 40-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Chesapeake Elementary School serves the southern part of Charleston, WV, covering an area of approximately 18.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance area located about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chesapeake Elementary School's student population of 205 students has grown by 79% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
205 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake 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
#188 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
92%
87%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
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 Chesapeake Elementary School's ranking?
Chesapeake Elementary School is ranked #188 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Chesapeake Elementary School?
205 students attend Chesapeake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Chesapeake Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chesapeake Elementary School?
Chesapeake Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Chesapeake Elementary School offer ?
Chesapeake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chesapeake Elementary School part of?
Chesapeake Elementary School is part of Kanawha County Schools.
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