For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 302 students in 26346, WV.
The top ranked public elementary school in 26346, WV is Ritchie County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 26346 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 26346, WV have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26346, WV Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ritchie County Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 Ritchie County School Rd
Ellenboro, WV 26346
(304) 869-3512
Ellenboro, WV 26346
(304) 869-3512
Gr: 5-8 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
26346, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 School Street
Ellenboro, WV 26346
(304) 869-3305
Ellenboro, WV 26346
(304) 869-3305
Gr: PK-5 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 26346, WV?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 26346, WV include Ritchie County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 26346?
1 public elementary schools are located in 26346.
What is the racial composition of students in 26346?
26346 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% 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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