For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,048 students in 25309, WV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 25309, WV are Ruthlawn Elementary School, Alum Creek Elementary School and Richmond Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 25309 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 25309, WV have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 25309, WV Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ruthlawn Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
736 Ruthdale Rd
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 744-9481
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 744-9481
Gr: PK-5 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Alum Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4540 Brounland Rd
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 348-1935
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 348-1935
Gr: PK-5 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Richmond Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4620 Spring Hill Ave
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 766-0357
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 766-0357
Gr: PK-5 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Bridgeview Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5100 Ohio St
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 766-0383
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 766-0383
Gr: PK-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 25309, WV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 25309, WV include Ruthlawn Elementary School, Alum Creek Elementary School and Richmond Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 25309?
4 public elementary schools are located in 25309.
What is the racial composition of students in 25309?
25309 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% 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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