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#332 of 635 schools in WV
Richmond Elementary School
Elementary School · KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS
4620 Spring Hill Ave, South Charleston, WV 25309
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
228
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
West Virginia schools
#332 of 635
In South Charleston
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#40 of 63
KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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Richmond Elementary School
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About Richmond Elementary School
Richmond Elementary School is a public elementary school in South Charleston, WV, part of KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS. Richmond Elementary School serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Richmond Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #332 of 635 schools in WV.
Structured state assessment records for Richmond Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 7.0
- WV avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Richmond Elementary School 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.
34% of students at Richmond 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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Richmond Elementary School — Students at Richmond Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is below 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
↓ DecliningAverage 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 Richmond Elementary School Compares
See how Richmond 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
4620 Spring Hill Ave, South Charleston, WV 25309
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Richmond Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kenna Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Charleston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Dunbar Intermediate Center (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Dunbar), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Overbrook Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Charleston), which scores notably higher. For more schools in South Charleston, see our South Charleston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 25309 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,920
Median Home Value
$142,700
Median Rent
$767/mo
Population
12,144
College Educated
25.9%
Homeownership
70.2%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.7%
Median Age
45
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|---|---|
| Altizer Elementary School Huntington, WV | 6.3 |
| Kermit Pre K8 Kermit, WV | 6.2 |
| ST FRANCIS DE SALES CENTRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Morgantown, WV | 6.2 |
| Tennerton Elementary Buckhannon, WV | 6.2 |
| Union Elementary School Buckhannon, WV | 6.2 |
| Kimball Elementary School Kimball, WV | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Richmond Elementary School
What grades does Richmond Elementary School serve?
Richmond Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Richmond Elementary School?
Richmond Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Richmond Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Richmond Elementary School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Richmond Elementary School rank in WV?
Richmond Elementary School ranks #332 of 635 schools in WV.
What is Richmond Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Richmond Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Richmond Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Richmond Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Richmond Elementary School a charter school?
No, Richmond Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Richmond Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Richmond 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
- 228
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Kanawha County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.2%
- Phone
- (304) 766-0357
Resources & Links
District
KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 23,433
- Schools in District
- 66
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,242
- District Rank
- #40 of 63
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