For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 3,665 students in 26101, WV.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 26101, WV are Criss Elementary School, Gihon Elementary School and Blennerhassett Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 26101 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 26101, WV have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26101, WV Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Criss Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2800 22nd St
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9522
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9522
Grades: PK-5
| 258 students
Rank: #22.
Gihon Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2000 Belmont Rd
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9539
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9539
Grades: PK-5
| 234 students
Rank: #33.
Blennerhassett Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
448 Jewell Rd
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 863-5128
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 863-5128
Grades: PK-5
| 527 students
Rank: #44.
Lubeck Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
206 Lubeck Rd
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 863-3321
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 863-3321
Grades: PK-5
| 381 students
Rank: #55.
Jefferson Elementary Center
(Math: 36% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1103 Plum St
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9554
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9554
Grades: PK-5
| 525 students
Rank: #66.
Martin Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1301 Hillcrest St
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9625
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9625
Grades: PK-5
| 224 students
Rank: #77.
Edison Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1201 Hillcrest St
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9525
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9525
Grades: 6-8
| 568 students
Rank: #88.
Blennerhassett Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
444 Jewell Rd
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 863-3356
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 863-3356
Grades: 6-8
| 520 students
Rank: #99.
Franklin Elementary Center
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1511 Division Street Ext
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9534
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9534
Grades: PK-5
| 266 students
Rank: #1010.
Fairplains Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
615 Broadway Ave
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9531
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9531
Grades: PK-5
| 162 students
26101, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Lorrie Yeager Juvenile Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
907 Mission Drive
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-4862
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-4862
Grades: 6-12
| 10 students
1130 19th St
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9581
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9581
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
Rayon-trek Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
615 Broadway Avenue
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9639
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9639
Grades: Inquire with school
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 26101, WV?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 26101, WV include Criss Elementary School, Gihon Elementary School and Blennerhassett Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 26101?
10 public elementary schools are located in 26101.
What is the racial composition of students in 26101?
26101 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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