For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,506 students in 25304, WV (there are 2 private schools, serving 214 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 25304, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public 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 schools in zipcode 25304 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 25304, WV have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best 25304, WV Public Schools (2026)
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 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
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 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
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 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 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-12 | 1,654 students Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 25304, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 25304, WV include Chamberlain Elementary School, Kanawha City Elementary School and Horace Mann Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 25304?
4 public schools are located in 25304.
What percentage of students in 25304 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 25304 are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 25304?
25304 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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