For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,764 students in 25304, WV.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 25304, WV are Chamberlain Elementary School, Kanawha City Elementary School and Horace Mann Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 25304 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 25304, WV have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 25304, WV Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Chamberlain Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4901 Venable Ave
Charleston, WV 25304
(304) 348-1969
Charleston, WV 25304
(304) 348-1969
Gr: PK-5 | 216 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Kanawha City Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3601 Staunton Ave Se
Charleston, WV 25304
(304) 348-1985
Charleston, WV 25304
(304) 348-1985
Gr: PK-5 | 217 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #33.
Horace Mann Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4300 Maccorkle Ave Se
Charleston, WV 25304
(304) 348-1971
Charleston, WV 25304
(304) 348-1971
Gr: 6-8 | 395 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: n/an/a
West Virginia Virtual Academy
Charter School
3508 Staunton Ave 3rd Floor
Charleston, WV 25304
(304) 807-9370
Charleston, WV 25304
(304) 807-9370
Gr: K-11 | 936 students Minority enrollment: 15%
25304, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3508 Staunton Avenue, 3rd Floo
Charleston, WV 25304
(304) 807-9370
Charleston, WV 25304
(304) 807-9370
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 25304, WV?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 25304, WV include Chamberlain Elementary School, Kanawha City Elementary School and Horace Mann Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 25304?
4 public elementary schools are located in 25304.
What is the racial composition of students in 25304?
25304 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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