For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,128 students in 26651, WV.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 26651, WV are Glade Creek Elementary School, Summersville Elementary School and Zela Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 26651 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 26651, WV have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26651, WV Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glade Creek Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7950 Webster Rd
Summersville, WV 26651
(304) 872-2882
Summersville, WV 26651
(304) 872-2882
Gr: PK-5 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Summersville Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
108 Mckees Creek Rd
Summersville, WV 26651
(304) 872-1421
Summersville, WV 26651
(304) 872-1421
Gr: PK-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Zela Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
165 Country Rd
Summersville, WV 26651
(304) 872-1481
Summersville, WV 26651
(304) 872-1481
Gr: PK-5 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #44.
Summersville Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
40 Grizzley Ln
Summersville, WV 26651
(304) 872-5092
Summersville, WV 26651
(304) 872-5092
Gr: 6-8 | 549 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 26651, WV?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 26651, WV include Glade Creek Elementary School, Summersville Elementary School and Zela Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 26651?
4 public elementary schools are located in 26651.
What is the racial composition of students in 26651?
26651 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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