For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 170 students in Duck, WV (there are , serving 8 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Duck, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top ranked public school in Duck, WV is Big Otter Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Duck, WV public school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Duck have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% 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 Public Schools in Duck, WV (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Big Otter Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
59 Ossia Rd
Duck, WV 25063
(304) 286-3111
Duck, WV 25063
(304) 286-3111
Grades: PK-5
| 170 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Duck, WV?
The top ranked public schools in Duck, WV include Big Otter Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Duck?
1 public schools are located in Duck.
What percentage of students in Duck go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Duck are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in Duck?
Duck 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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