For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 386 students in 26261, WV.
The top ranked public schools in 26261, WV are Cherry River Elementary School and Richwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 26261 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 26261, WV have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26261, WV Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cherry River Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
190 Riverside Dr
Richwood, WV 26261
(304) 846-6646
Richwood, WV 26261
(304) 846-6646
Gr: PK-5 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #22.
Richwood Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16414 Webster Rd
Richwood, WV 26261
(304) 846-2638
Richwood, WV 26261
(304) 846-2638
Gr: 6-8 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 26261, WV?
The top ranked public schools in 26261, WV include Cherry River Elementary School and Richwood Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 26261?
2 public schools are located in 26261.
What is the racial composition of students in 26261?
26261 public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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