Serving 225 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ruthlawn Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). 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 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ruthlawn Elementary School serves the west part of South Charleston, WV, covering an area of approximately 12.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, reaching up to 3.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ruthlawn Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ruthlawn Elementary School's student population of 225 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
225 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Ruthlawn Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ruthlawn Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#74 out of 617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
88%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ruthlawn Elementary School's ranking?
Ruthlawn Elementary School is ranked #74 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Ruthlawn Elementary School often compared to?
Ruthlawn Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weberwood Elementary School, Montrose Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend Ruthlawn Elementary School?
225 students attend Ruthlawn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Ruthlawn Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ruthlawn Elementary School?
Ruthlawn Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Ruthlawn Elementary School offer ?
Ruthlawn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ruthlawn Elementary School part of?
Ruthlawn Elementary School is part of Kanawha County Schools.
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