For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 386 students in 26261, WV.
The top ranked public schools in 26261, WV are Richwood Middle School and Cherry River Elementary 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 13% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 32%), 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)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Richwood Middle School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16414 Webster Rd
Richwood, WV 26261
(304) 846-2638
Richwood, WV 26261
(304) 846-2638
Grades: 6-8
| 231 students
Rank: #22.
Cherry River Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
190 Riverside Dr
Richwood, WV 26261
(304) 846-6646
Richwood, WV 26261
(304) 846-6646
Grades: PK-5
| 155 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 26261, WV?
The top ranked public schools in 26261, WV include Richwood Middle School and Cherry River Elementary 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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