For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 72 students in 26717, WV.
The top ranked public school in 26717, WV is Elk Garden School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 26717 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 26717, WV have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26717, WV Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elk Garden School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
86 Elk Garden Hwy
Elk Garden, WV 26717
(304) 446-5141
Elk Garden, WV 26717
(304) 446-5141
Gr: PK-4 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 26717, WV?
The top ranked public schools in 26717, WV include Elk Garden School.
How many public schools are located in 26717?
1 public schools are located in 26717.
What is the racial composition of students in 26717?
26717 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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