For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 573 students in 26582, WV.
The top ranked public schools in 26582, WV are Blackshere Elementary School and Mannington Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 26582 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 26582, WV have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26582, WV Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Blackshere Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
41 Blackshere Dr.
Mannington, WV 26582
(304) 986-2707
Mannington, WV 26582
(304) 986-2707
Grades: PK-4
| 327 students
Rank: #22.
Mannington Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
113 Clarksburg St
Mannington, WV 26582
(304) 986-1050
Mannington, WV 26582
(304) 986-1050
Grades: 5-8
| 246 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 26582, WV?
The top ranked public schools in 26582, WV include Blackshere Elementary School and Mannington Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 26582?
2 public schools are located in 26582.
What is the racial composition of students in 26582?
26582 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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