For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 705 students in 25043, WV.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 25043, WV are Clay Elementary School and Clay Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 25043 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 25043, 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), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 25043, WV Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clay Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
219 Church Street
Clay, WV 25043
(304) 587-4276
Clay, WV 25043
(304) 587-4276
Gr: PK-5 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Clay Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
419 Church Street
Clay, WV 25043
(304) 587-2343
Clay, WV 25043
(304) 587-2343
Gr: 6-8 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 25043, WV?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 25043, WV include Clay Elementary School and Clay Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 25043?
2 public elementary schools are located in 25043.
What is the racial composition of students in 25043?
25043 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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