For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 78 students in 26610, WV (there are , serving 29 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 26610, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top ranked public school in 26610, WV is Birch River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 26610 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 20% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 26610, WV have an average ranking of 2/10, 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 26610, WV Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Birch River Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
379 Birch River Rd
Birch River, WV 26610
(304) 649-2651
Birch River, WV 26610
(304) 649-2651
Gr: PK-5 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 26610, WV?
The top ranked public schools in 26610, WV include Birch River Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 26610?
1 public schools are located in 26610.
What percentage of students in 26610 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 26610 are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 26610?
26610 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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