For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 155 students in 26261, WV.
The top ranked public preschool in 26261, WV is Cherry River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 26261 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the West Virginia public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 26261, WV have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public preschool average of 11% (majority Black).
Best 26261, WV Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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 preschools in 26261, WV?
The top ranked public preschools in 26261, WV include Cherry River Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 26261?
1 public preschools are located in 26261.
What is the racial composition of students in 26261?
26261 public preschools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public preschools average of 11% (majority Black).
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