For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 405 students in 26444, WV.
The top-ranked public schools in 26444, WV are Fellowsville Elementary School and South Preston School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 26444 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 26444, WV have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26444, WV Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fellowsville Elementary School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
139 Fellowsville School Rd
Tunnelton, WV 26444
(304) 892-3866
Tunnelton, WV 26444
(304) 892-3866
Gr: PK-4 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
South Preston School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5258 S Preston Hwy
Tunnelton, WV 26444
(304) 568-2331
Tunnelton, WV 26444
(304) 568-2331
Gr: PK-8 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
26444, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Route 26
Tunnelton, WV 26444
(304) 568-2331
Tunnelton, WV 26444
(304) 568-2331
Gr: 6-8 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 26444, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 26444, WV include Fellowsville Elementary School and South Preston School.
How many public schools are located in 26444?
2 public schools are located in 26444.
What is the racial composition of students in 26444?
26444 public schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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