For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 650 students in Ellenboro, WV (there are , serving 10 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Ellenboro, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top ranked public schools in Ellenboro, WV are Ritchie County High School and Ritchie County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Ellenboro, WV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Ellenboro have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Ellenboro, WV (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ritchie County High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 Ritchie County School Rd
Ellenboro, WV 26346
(304) 869-3526
Ellenboro, WV 26346
(304) 869-3526
Grades: 9-12
| 348 students
Rank: #22.
Ritchie County Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 Ritchie County School Rd
Ellenboro, WV 26346
(304) 869-3512
Ellenboro, WV 26346
(304) 869-3512
Grades: 5-8
| 302 students
Ellenboro, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
100 School Street
Ellenboro, WV 26346
(304) 869-3305
Ellenboro, WV 26346
(304) 869-3305
Grades: PK-5
| 104 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Ellenboro, WV?
The top ranked public schools in Ellenboro, WV include Ritchie County High School and Ritchie County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Ellenboro?
2 public schools are located in Ellenboro.
What percentage of students in Ellenboro go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Ellenboro are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in Ellenboro?
Ellenboro public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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