Kanawha County School District operates 64 schools (grades PK–12). Individual school names, addresses, and attendance zone boundaries are available directly from the district.
| Metric | Kanawha County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 33,000 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 64 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,500/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | ≈ Near avg |
| District Type | Urban | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Near average |
- Elk Elementary Center — Grades PK–5 · 475 students
- Bridgeview Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 417 students
- John Adams Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 740 students
- Alban Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 376 students
- Alum Creek Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 151 students
- Andrew Jackson Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 488 students
- Andrews Heights Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 233 students
- Anne Bailey Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 221 students
- Belle Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 255 students
- Ben Franklin Career Center — Grades 9–12 · 0 students
- Carver Career Center — Grades 9–12 · 0 students
- Central Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 304 students
- Chamberlain Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 225 students
- Chesapeake Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 205 students
- Clendenin Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 335 students
- Cross Lanes Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 294 students
- Dunbar Primary Center — Grades PK–2 · 271 students
- Dunbar Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 325 students
- Du Pont Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 440 students
- East Bank Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 227 students
- Elkview Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 621 students
- Flinn Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 430 students
- George Washington High School — Grades 9–12 · 1145 students
- George C. Weimer Elementary School — Grades · 0 students
- Grandview Elementary (Annex) — Grades PK–PK · 0 students
- Hayes Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 464 students
- Herbert Hoover High School — Grades 9–12 · 782 students
- Holz Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 304 students
- Horace Mann Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 385 students
- Kanawha City Elementary School — Grades PK–5 · 242 students
- John Adams Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 740 students
- Elkview Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 621 students
- Sissonville Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 521 students
- Andrew Jackson Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 488 students
- Hayes Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 464 students
- Du Pont Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 440 students
- Horace Mann Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 385 students
- West Side Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 374 students
- South Pratt Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 354 students
- Dunbar Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 325 students
- McKinley Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 255 students
- East Bank Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 227 students
- George Washington High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,145 students
- Riverside High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,057 students
- Capital High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,051 students
- Saint Albans High School — Grades 9–12 · 882 students
- South Pratt High School — Grades 9–12 · 874 students
- Nitro High School — Grades 9–12 · 818 students
- Herbert Hoover High School — Grades 9–12 · 782 students
- Sissonville High School — Grades 9–12 · 564 students
- KCS Alternative Learning — Grades K–12 · 134 students
About Kanawha County School District
Families in zip code 25162 (Pratt, West Virginia) are assigned to Kanawha County School District for public education through 12. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Kanawha County School District runs approximately $12,500 annually, placing it near the West Virginia state average of approximately $12,500 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Kanawha County School District is a very large district with 67 schools serving students from K–12. The district enrolls approximately 23,864 students in total. Very large districts are complex systems with significant variation in school quality across attendance zones. They typically offer extensive programs — magnet schools, specialized high schools, dual-language tracks, advanced coursework — but navigating these options requires active engagement with the district.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Kanawha County School District 7 out of 10 — above average among West Virginia public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection. We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because West Virginia is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Kanawha County School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in West Virginia. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 25162
Children in zip code 25162 are assigned to Kanawha County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades K–12. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 25162, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Kanawha County School District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — West Virginia districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Pratt
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Kanawha County School District serves zip code 25162, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 25162 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In West Virginia, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Kanawha County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 25162.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Kanawha County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 25162 data.