FAQs • Ranson, WV • CivicEngage

What schools are available in Ranson?: In the heart of Ranson you will find Ranson Elementary School, for grades first through fifth. In the areas surrounding Ranson are Charles Town Middle School, Jefferson High School, Washington High School, C.W. Shipley Elementary, and T.A. Lowery Elementary just to name a few. View our Education and Schools page for further information.

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Residents

1. Where do we shop in Ranson?: The city is loaded with stores featuring everything from groceries, to clothing, to home improvement. Some of the stores include Home Depot, Kohls Department Store, Weis' Market, and many more.

The Potomac Marketplace and The Boulevard at Fairfax Crossing are conveniently located on the north side of the city with access to West Virginia State Route 9. Our area also includes a Super Walmart, Staples, and Martin's Grocer.

2. What city facilities and parks are available in Ranson?: Ranson maintains 3 facilities and 6 parks for public use. The Pierson Complex and Marcus Field is a magnificent sports complex designed for football and meetings, and is operated by our local Youth Football League. Cranes Lane Park contains a community garden and practice fields for football and soccer.

Ranson Civic Center provides an indoor arena type environment for sporting events, concerts, and festivals, along with it's adjoining West End Park with playground and basketball court.Lance-Slusher Park is located in the center of town and provides a pavilion, tables, barbecue grills, 2 playgrounds, and basketball and tennis courts.

The Nancy Mills Community Center, located at Lance-Slusher Park, is the future home of our Convention and Visitor's Bureau. Flowing Springs Park is a natural park that is planned for a walking path through its natural surroundings.

For a complete listing of parks and facilities, please view our Ranson Facilities page.

3. Can I rent or reserve a city park or facility?: Yes you can. Lance-Slusher Park, Ranson Civic Center, West End Park, Cranes Lane Park, and the Pierson Complex may all be reserved / rented. For information on how to reserve a park or facility, call Kim Spangler at 304-724.3865, stop by city hall on the second floor, or view our Ranson Facilities page.

4. What schools are available in Ranson?: In the heart of Ranson you will find Ranson Elementary School, for grades first through fifth. In the areas surrounding Ranson are Charles Town Middle School, Jefferson High School, Washington High School, C.W. Shipley Elementary, and T.A. Lowery Elementary just to name a few. View our Education and Schools page for further information.