For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,353 students in Bluefield, WV.
The top-ranked public schools in Bluefield, WV are Bluewell Elementary School, Brushfork Elementary School and Bluefield High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bluefield, WV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Bluefield have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Bluefield, WV (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bluewell Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
205 Bluewell School Rd
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 589-5057
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 589-5057
Gr: PK-5 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Brushfork Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
140 Brushfork School Rd
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 325-7066
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 325-7066
Gr: K-5 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Bluefield High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
535 W Cumberland Rd
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 325-9116
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 325-9116
Gr: 9-12 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Bluefield Intermediate School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Southview Dr
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 327-8339
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 327-8339
Gr: 3-5 | 303 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #55.
Bluefield Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2002 Stadium Dr
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 325-2481
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 325-2481
Gr: 6-8 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #66.
Mountain Valley Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
977 Blue Prince Rd
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 324-7316
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 324-7316
Gr: PK-5 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: n/an/a
673 West Cumberland Road
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 327-6217
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 327-6217
Gr: PK-2 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Bluefield, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bluefield Alternative Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2002 Stadium Drive
Bluefield, WV 24702
(304) 325-2481
Bluefield, WV 24702
(304) 325-2481
Gr: 9-12
1919 Maryland Avenue
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 327-6217
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 327-6217
Gr: K-2
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Bluefield, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in Bluefield, WV include Bluewell Elementary School, Brushfork Elementary School and Bluefield High School.
How many public schools are located in Bluefield?
7 public schools are located in Bluefield.
What is the racial composition of students in Bluefield?
Bluefield public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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