For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 693 students in Kingwood, WV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Kingwood, WV are Central Preston Middle School and Kingwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kingwood, WV public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Kingwood have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Kingwood, WV (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Preston Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
64 Wildcat Way
Kingwood, WV 26537
(304) 329-0033
Kingwood, WV 26537
(304) 329-0033
Gr: 5-8 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Kingwood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
207 S Price St
Kingwood, WV 26537
(304) 329-1034
Kingwood, WV 26537
(304) 329-1034
Gr: PK-4 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Kingwood, WV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Kingwood, WV include Central Preston Middle School and Kingwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Kingwood?
2 public elementary schools are located in Kingwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Kingwood?
Kingwood public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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