For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 628 students in 26520, WV.
The top ranked public school in 26520, WV is West Preston School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 26520 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 26520, WV have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26520, WV Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Preston School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
113 Eby School Road
Arthurdale, WV 26520
(304) 864-3835
Arthurdale, WV 26520
(304) 864-3835
Grades: PK-8
| 628 students
26520, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
113 Eby School Road
Arthurdale, WV 26520
(304) 864-3835
Arthurdale, WV 26520
(304) 864-3835
Grades: PK-5
| 536 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 26520, WV?
The top ranked public schools in 26520, WV include West Preston School.
How many public schools are located in 26520?
1 public schools are located in 26520.
What is the racial composition of students in 26520?
26520 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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