For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,961 students in 25309, WV.
The top ranked public schools in 25309, WV are Ruthlawn Elementary School, South Charleston High School and Richmond Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 25309 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 25309, WV have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 25309, WV Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ruthlawn Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
736 Ruthdale Rd
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 744-9481
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 744-9481
Grades: PK-5
| 250 students
Rank: #22.
South Charleston High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Eagle Way
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 766-0352
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 766-0352
Grades: 9-12
| 913 students
Rank: #33.
Richmond Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4620 Spring Hill Ave
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 766-0357
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 766-0357
Grades: PK-5
| 228 students
Rank: #44.
Alum Creek Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4540 Brounland Rd
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 348-1935
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 348-1935
Grades: PK-5
| 149 students
Rank: #55.
Bridgeview Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5100 Ohio St
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 766-0383
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 766-0383
Grades: PK-5
| 421 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 25309, WV?
The top ranked public schools in 25309, WV include Ruthlawn Elementary School, South Charleston High School and Richmond Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 25309?
5 public schools are located in 25309.
What is the racial composition of students in 25309?
25309 public schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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