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#149 of 635 schools in WV

Top 23% in state

Andrews Heights Elementary School

Elementary School · KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS

7776 Coal River Rd, Tornado, WV 25202

Enrollment

261

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#149 of 635

In district

#18 of 63

KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Andrews Heights Elementary School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Tornado · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.4/10

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6.5/10

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About Andrews Heights Elementary School

Andrews Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tornado, WV, part of KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS. Andrews Heights Elementary School serves approximately 261 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Andrews Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #149 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Andrews Heights Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.0
  • WV avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+1.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency66.4% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52.4% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+13.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+6.1 pts
Overall Proficiency59% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+17.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,242
Chronic Absenteeism23.8%

Andrews Heights Elementary School — Students at Andrews Heights Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 52.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 50.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.3% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 37 test records from WV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
52%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
42%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
52%
2019
Math
52%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
62.9%
ELA
52.1%
2025
Math
66.4%
ELA
52.4%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.

How Andrews Heights Elementary School Compares

See how Andrews Heights Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
77th percentile in WV
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

Location

7776 Coal River Rd, Tornado, WV 25202

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Andrews Heights Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Alum Creek Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby South Charleston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Nitro Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Nitro), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Dunbar Intermediate Center (rated 8.7/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Dunbar), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tornado, see our Tornado schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Lakewood Elementary School Saint Albans 1.8 mi 7.4
Hayes Middle School Saint Albans 2.0 mi 6.5
Central Elementary School Saint Albans 2.8 mi 7.1
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI Saint Albans 3.0 mi 5.8
Saint Albans High School Saint Albans 3.0 mi 5.1
Alban Elementary School Saint Albans 3.4 mi 4.5
Anne Bailey Elementary School Saint Albans 4.0 mi 7.3
Mckinley Middle School Saint Albans 3.7 mi 6.5
George C. Weimer Elementary School Saint Albans 3.8 mi 3.8
Nitro High School Nitro 5.2 mi 5.0
Nitro Elementary School Nitro 5.3 mi 8.9
Midway Elementary School Alum Creek 5.9 mi 7.5
Dunbar Middle School Dunbar 5.1 mi 7.6
Dunbar Primary Center Dunbar 5.2 mi 7.0
William J Raglin Center Dunbar 5.3 mi
Cross Lanes Elementary School Charleston 6.2 mi 7.6
Alum Creek Elementary School South Charleston 6.3 mi 9.3
Andrew Jackson Middle School Charleston 6.6 mi 6.1
Dunbar Intermediate Center Dunbar 5.7 mi 8.7
Rock Branch Elementary Nitro 7.3 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 25202 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,071

Median Home Value

$178,300

Population

1,408

College Educated

17.7%

Homeownership

86.4%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

43.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Kanawha City Elementary School Charleston, WV 7.7
Kasson Elementary/Middle School Moatsville, WV 7.7
Spanishburg Spanisburg, WV 7.7
Franklin Elementary Center Parkersburg, WV 7.8
Kellogg Elementary School Huntington, WV 7.8
Lashmeet/Matoaka Elementary School Matoaka, WV 7.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Andrews Heights Elementary School

What grades does Andrews Heights Elementary School serve?

Andrews Heights Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Andrews Heights Elementary School?

Andrews Heights Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 261 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Andrews Heights Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Andrews Heights Elementary School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Andrews Heights Elementary School rank in WV?

Andrews Heights Elementary School ranks #149 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Andrews Heights Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Andrews Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Andrews Heights Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Andrews Heights Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Andrews Heights Elementary School a charter school?

No, Andrews Heights Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Andrews Heights Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Andrews Heights Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
261
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Kanawha County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.8%

District

KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
23,433
Schools in District
66
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,242
District Rank
#18 of 63

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