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#36 of 69 private schools in WV
Little Kanawha Valley Christian School
School
6377 W LITTLE KANAWHA HWY, Big Bend, WV 26136
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
41
Student-Teacher
5.9:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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About Little Kanawha Valley Christian School
Little Kanawha Valley Christian School is a private school in Big Bend, WV. Little Kanawha Valley Christian School serves approximately 41 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Little Kanawha Valley Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #36 of 69 private schools in WV.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- WV avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 41 students, Little Kanawha Valley Christian School 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.
At 5.9:1 students to teachers, Little Kanawha Valley Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Little Kanawha Valley Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WV.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in WV
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
6377 W LITTLE KANAWHA HWY, Big Bend, WV 26136
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Little Kanawha Valley Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Harrisville Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 18.4 miles away, in nearby Harrisville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arnoldsburg School (rated 9.1/10, 12.1 miles away, in nearby Arnoldsburg), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Smithville Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Smithville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Big Bend, see our Big Bend schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Hill School Grantsville | 5.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Smithville Elementary Smithville | 8.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Calhoun Middle/High School Mount Zion | 9.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Arnoldsburg School Arnoldsburg | 12.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Spencer Middle School Spencer | 15.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Wirt County Middle School Elizabeth | 14.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Wirt County Primary Center Elizabeth | 14.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Wirt County High School Elizabeth | 14.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Spencer Elementary School Spencer | 15.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Harrisville Elementary Harrisville | 18.4 mi | 9.2 |
| Roane County High Spencer | 17.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Ritchie County Middle Ellenboro | 21.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Ritchie County High School Ellenboro | 21.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Gilmer County High School Glenville | 17.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Gilmer County Elementary School Glenville | 18.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Geary Elementary/Middle School Left Hand | 24.0 mi | 5.3 |
| THE HIGHLAND SCHOOL Ellenboro | 24.4 mi | — |
| Creed Collins Elementary Pennsboro | 24.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Kanawha Elementary School Davisville | 23.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Big Otter Elementary School Duck | 26.8 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 26136 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,500
Population
266
College Educated
15.9%
Homeownership
88.7%
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
64.5
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|---|---|
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Ravenswood, WV | 6.4 |
| HIGHLAND ADVENTIST SCHOOL Elkins, WV | 5.7 |
| MOUNTAIN STATE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Culloden, WV | 5.2 |
| NEW BEGINNINGS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Williamson, WV | 7.0 |
| DANESE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Danese, WV | 5.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Little Kanawha Valley Christian School
What grades does Little Kanawha Valley Christian School serve?
Little Kanawha Valley Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Little Kanawha Valley Christian School?
Little Kanawha Valley Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 41 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Little Kanawha Valley Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Little Kanawha Valley Christian School is 5.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Little Kanawha Valley Christian School rank in WV?
Little Kanawha Valley Christian School ranks #36 of 69 private schools in WV.
What is Little Kanawha Valley Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Little Kanawha Valley Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Little Kanawha Valley Christian School a private school?
Yes, Little Kanawha Valley Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Little Kanawha Valley Christian School a religious school?
Little Kanawha Valley Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 41
- Gender Split
- 41% M / 59% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Calhoun County
- Phone
- (304) 354-6436
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