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Kanawha County Schools
Key statistics
23,085
Students enrolled
62
Public schools
1,701
Classroom teachers (FTE)
13.6:1
Students per teacher
Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, Common Core of Data. School year: 2024-25.
District details
Grades served
PK to 12
Total staff (FTE)
3,549
District office
200 Elizabeth St, Charleston WV 25311
Phone
County
Kanawha County
Official website
NCES District ID
5400600
About Kanawha County Schools
Description provided by the district or community — not part of the NCES dataset.
Kanawha County Schools (KCS) is the largest school system in West Virginia. The district serves over 28,000 students, representing the region’s diverse socioeconomic mix. KCS is comprised of 44 elementary schools, 14 middle schools, eight high schools, two career and technical education centers, one adult center, and two community education centers. The Kanawha County School System is dedicated to providing a world-class education that ensures success for every student in the 21st century. KCS serves students located across 913.38 square miles.