For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 243 students in 26253, WV (there are 1 private school, serving 127 private students). 66% 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 41% 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26253, WV Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 243 students
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?
66% 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 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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