For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 769 students in 24801, WV.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24801, WV are Welch Elementary School and Mount View High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 24801 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 24801, WV have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 24801, WV Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Welch Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1235 Stewart St
Welch, WV 24801
(304) 436-4645
Welch, WV 24801
(304) 436-4645
Grades: PK-5
| 216 students
Rank: #22.
Mount View High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
950 Mount View Rd
Welch, WV 24801
(304) 436-2939
Welch, WV 24801
(304) 436-2939
Grades: 6-12
| 553 students
24801, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
960 Mount View Road
Welch, WV 24801
(304) 436-4657
Welch, WV 24801
(304) 436-4657
Grades: 6-8
| 389 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 24801, WV?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 24801, WV include Welch Elementary School and Mount View High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 24801?
2 public elementary schools are located in 24801.
What is the racial composition of students in 24801?
24801 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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