Needs Improvement
#618 of 635 schools in WV
Kcs Alternative Learning
School · KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS
1900 School St, Charleston, WV 25387
Enrollment
146
Student-Teacher
1.2:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
146
Student-Teacher
1.2:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
West Virginia schools
#618 of 635
In Charleston
#27 of 27
public schools
In district
#62 of 63
KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS
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Kcs Alternative Learning
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About Kcs Alternative Learning
Kcs Alternative Learning is a public school in Charleston, WV, part of KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS. Kcs Alternative Learning serves approximately 146 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 1.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Kcs Alternative Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #618 of 635 schools in WV.
Structured state assessment records for Kcs Alternative Learning show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.7
- WV avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 146 students, Kcs Alternative Learning is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Kcs Alternative Learning sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 1.2:1 students to teachers, Kcs Alternative Learning sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Kcs Alternative Learning — Students at Kcs Alternative Learning score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Test Scores WV EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 11 test records from WV state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 6.9/10.
How Kcs Alternative Learning Compares
See how Kcs Alternative Learning 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
1900 School St, Charleston, WV 25387
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kcs Alternative Learning may also want to explore other schools in the area. MOUNTAINEER MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 9.4/10, 3.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Kenna Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Holz Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 4.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Charleston, see our Charleston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 25387 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$41,635
Median Home Value
$85,700
Median Rent
$1,029/mo
Population
5,173
College Educated
15.8%
Homeownership
69.7%
Poverty Rate
31.2%
Median Age
39.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kcs Alternative Learning
What grades does Kcs Alternative Learning serve?
Kcs Alternative Learning serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Kcs Alternative Learning?
Kcs Alternative Learning has an enrollment of approximately 146 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kcs Alternative Learning?
The student-teacher ratio at Kcs Alternative Learning is 1.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Kcs Alternative Learning rank in WV?
Kcs Alternative Learning ranks #618 of 635 schools in WV.
What is Kcs Alternative Learning's MySchoolScout rating?
Kcs Alternative Learning has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Kcs Alternative Learning?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kcs Alternative Learning has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2017-2022).
Is Kcs Alternative Learning a charter school?
No, Kcs Alternative Learning is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kcs Alternative Learning a Title I school?
No, Kcs Alternative Learning is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 146
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 121
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Kanawha County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.5%
- Phone
- (304) 348-6133
Resources & Links
District
KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 23,433
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,242
- District Rank
- #62 of 63
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