For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 628 students in 26520, WV.
The top-ranked public school in 26520, WV is West Preston School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 26520 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 26520, WV have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26520, WV Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Preston School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
113 Eby School Road
Arthurdale, WV 26520
(304) 864-3835
Arthurdale, WV 26520
(304) 864-3835
Gr: PK-8 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
26520, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
113 Eby School Road
Arthurdale, WV 26520
(304) 864-3835
Arthurdale, WV 26520
(304) 864-3835
Gr: PK-5 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 26520, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 26520, WV include West Preston School.
How many public schools are located in 26520?
1 public schools are located in 26520.
What is the racial composition of students in 26520?
26520 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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