For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 637 students in 26521, WV.
The top-ranked public schools in 26521, WV are Clay-battelle High School and Mason Dixon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 26521 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 26521, WV have an average ranking of 5/10, 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 13% (majority Black).
Best 26521, WV Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clay-battelle High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6226 Mason-dixon Highway, Draw
Blacksville, WV 26521
(304) 432-8208
Blacksville, WV 26521
(304) 432-8208
Gr: 6-12 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Mason Dixon Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7041 Mason Dixon Hwy
Blacksville, WV 26521
(304) 662-6113
Blacksville, WV 26521
(304) 662-6113
Gr: PK-5 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 26521, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 26521, WV include Clay-battelle High School and Mason Dixon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 26521?
2 public schools are located in 26521.
What is the racial composition of students in 26521?
26521 public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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