Best Belmont Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 501 students in Belmont, WV.
The top-ranked public schools in Belmont, WV are Belmont Elementary School and Pleasants County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Belmont, WV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Belmont 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 13% (majority Black).

Best Public Schools in Belmont, WV (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Belmont Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
512 Riverview Dr
Belmont, WV 26134
(304) 299-5274
Gr: PK-4 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Pleasants County Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
510 Riverview Dr
Belmont, WV 26134
(304) 299-5275
Gr: 5-8 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Belmont, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in Belmont, WV include Belmont Elementary School and Pleasants County Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Belmont?
2 public schools are located in Belmont.
What is the racial composition of students in Belmont?
Belmont public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).

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