Serving 280 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kanawha Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kanawha Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kanawha Elementary School's student population of 280 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
280 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Kanawha Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kanawha Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#52 out of 627 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
95%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kanawha Elementary School's ranking?
Kanawha Elementary School is ranked #52 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Kanawha Elementary School often compared to?
Kanawha Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary Center, Criss Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Kanawha Elementary School?
280 students attend Kanawha Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Kanawha Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kanawha Elementary School?
Kanawha Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Kanawha Elementary School offer ?
Kanawha Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kanawha Elementary School part of?
Kanawha Elementary School is part of Wood County Schools School District.
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