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#462 of 635 schools in WV

Point Harmony Elementary School

Elementary School · KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS

5312 Big Tyler Rd, Cross Lanes, WV 25313

Enrollment

472

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#462 of 635

In district

#48 of 63

KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS

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Point Harmony Elementary School

5.2/10

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

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6.1/10

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5.8/10

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About Point Harmony Elementary School

Point Harmony Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cross Lanes, WV, part of KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS. Point Harmony Elementary School serves approximately 472 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Point Harmony Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #462 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Point Harmony Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 7.0
  • WV avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.9% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency39.4% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg-7.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.9 pts
Overall Proficiency43% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected+0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,242
Chronic Absenteeism29.2%

Point Harmony Elementary School — Students at Point Harmony Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 51.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 44.6% (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
53%
ELA
45%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
58%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
48%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
57%
2019
Math
57%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
43%
ELA
31%
2024
Math
49.4%
ELA
38.8%
2025
Math
45.9%
ELA
39.4%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Point Harmony Elementary School Compares

See how Point Harmony Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
27th percentile in WV
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5312 Big Tyler Rd, Cross Lanes, WV 25313

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Point Harmony Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nitro Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Nitro), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dunbar Intermediate Center (rated 8.7/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Dunbar), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Poca Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Poca), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Cross Lanes, see our Cross Lanes schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Andrew Jackson Middle School Charleston 0.7 mi 6.1
CROSS LANES CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Cross Lanes 0.8 mi 5.8
Cross Lanes Elementary School Charleston 1.2 mi 7.6
Rock Branch Elementary Nitro 2.8 mi 5.6
Poca High School Poca 3.1 mi 5.4
George C. Weimer Elementary School Saint Albans 4.0 mi 3.8
Mckinley Middle School Saint Albans 4.0 mi 6.5
William J Raglin Center Dunbar 4.1 mi
Poca Middle School Poca 3.8 mi 6.0
Alban Elementary School Saint Albans 3.9 mi 4.5
Poca Elementary Poca 3.9 mi 8.3
Saint Albans High School Saint Albans 4.2 mi 5.1
Dunbar Middle School Dunbar 4.6 mi 7.6
Nitro Elementary School Nitro 3.8 mi 8.9
Dunbar Primary Center Dunbar 4.9 mi 7.0
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI Saint Albans 4.4 mi 5.8
Nitro High School Nitro 4.1 mi 5.0
Dunbar Intermediate Center Dunbar 5.2 mi 8.7
Central Elementary School Saint Albans 4.7 mi 7.1
Bridgeview Elementary School South Charleston 5.8 mi 6.8

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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Hinton Area Elementary Hinton, WV 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Point Harmony Elementary School

What grades does Point Harmony Elementary School serve?

Point Harmony Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Point Harmony Elementary School?

Point Harmony Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 472 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Point Harmony Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Point Harmony Elementary School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Point Harmony Elementary School rank in WV?

Point Harmony Elementary School ranks #462 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Point Harmony Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Point Harmony Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Point Harmony Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Point Harmony Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Point Harmony Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Point Harmony Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Point Harmony Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
472
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Kanawha County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.2%

District

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

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