Very Good
#159 of 635 schools in WV
Top 25% in state
Cross Lanes Elementary School
Elementary School · KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS
5525 Big Tyler Rd, Charleston, WV 25313
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
West Virginia schools
#159 of 635
In Charleston
#10 of 27
public schools
In district
#20 of 63
KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Cross Lanes Elementary School
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About Cross Lanes Elementary School
Cross Lanes Elementary School is a public elementary school in Charleston, WV, part of KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS. Cross Lanes Elementary School serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cross Lanes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #159 of 635 schools in WV.
Structured state assessment records for Cross Lanes Elementary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.0
- WV avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Cross Lanes Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cross Lanes Elementary School — Students at Cross Lanes Elementary School score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from WV state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.4/10.
How Cross Lanes Elementary School Compares
See how Cross Lanes Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
5525 Big Tyler Rd, Charleston, WV 25313
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cross Lanes Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nitro Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Nitro), which scores notably higher. Another option is Poca Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Poca), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lakewood Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Saint Albans), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Charleston, see our Charleston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Andrew Jackson Middle School Charleston | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| CROSS LANES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cross Lanes | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Point Harmony Elementary School Cross Lanes | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Rock Branch Elementary Nitro | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Alban Elementary School Saint Albans | 2.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Mckinley Middle School Saint Albans | 3.2 mi | 6.5 |
| George C. Weimer Elementary School Saint Albans | 3.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Poca High School Poca | 3.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Saint Albans High School Saint Albans | 3.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Nitro Elementary School Nitro | 2.8 mi | 8.9 |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI Saint Albans | 3.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Nitro High School Nitro | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Central Elementary School Saint Albans | 3.5 mi | 7.1 |
| William J Raglin Center Dunbar | 3.8 mi | — |
| Poca Middle School Poca | 4.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Poca Elementary Poca | 4.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Dunbar Middle School Dunbar | 4.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Dunbar Primary Center Dunbar | 4.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Anne Bailey Elementary School Saint Albans | 3.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Lakewood Elementary School Saint Albans | 4.5 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 25313 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,945
Median Home Value
$148,300
Median Rent
$940/mo
Population
11,862
College Educated
33.6%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
8.9%
Median Age
42.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cox Landing Elementary School Lesage, WV | 7.6 |
| Ghent Elementary Ghent, WV | 7.6 |
| Rosemont Elementary School Martinsburg, WV | 7.6 |
| Beale Elementary School Gallipolis Ferry, WV | 7.5 |
| Lenore Pk8 School Williamson, WV | 7.5 |
| Midway Elementary School Alum Creek, WV | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cross Lanes Elementary School
What grades does Cross Lanes Elementary School serve?
Cross Lanes Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Cross Lanes Elementary School?
Cross Lanes Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cross Lanes Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cross Lanes Elementary School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cross Lanes Elementary School rank in WV?
Cross Lanes Elementary School ranks #159 of 635 schools in WV.
What is Cross Lanes Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cross Lanes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Cross Lanes Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cross Lanes Elementary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Cross Lanes Elementary School a charter school?
No, Cross Lanes Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cross Lanes Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Cross Lanes Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 303
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Kanawha County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.7%
- Phone
- (304) 776-2022
Resources & Links
District
KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 23,433
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,242
- District Rank
- #20 of 63
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