For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 226 students in 26253, WV (there are 1 private school, serving 127 private students). 64% of all K-12 students in 26253, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public school in 26253, WV is Beverly Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 26253 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 26253, WV have an average ranking of 1/10, 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 26253, WV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beverly Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
505 Main St
Beverly, WV 26253
(304) 636-9162
Beverly, WV 26253
(304) 636-9162
Gr: PK-5 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 26253, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 26253, WV include Beverly Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 26253?
1 public schools are located in 26253.
What percentage of students in 26253 go to public school?
64% of all K-12 students in 26253 are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 26253?
26253 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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