For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,880 students in 25309, WV.
The top-ranked public schools in 25309, WV are Ruthlawn Elementary School, South Charleston High School and Alum Creek 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 33% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% 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 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best 25309, WV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
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
Gr: 9-12 | 874 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Alum Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4540 Brounland Rd
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 348-1935
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 348-1935
Gr: PK-5 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
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
Gr: PK-5 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #55.
Bridgeview Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5100 Ohio St
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 766-0383
South Charleston, WV 25309
(304) 766-0383
Gr: PK-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
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 Alum Creek 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 29% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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