For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,275 students in 24701, WV.
The top-ranked public schools in 24701, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 24701 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 42% statewide average). Schools in 24701, WV 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 13% (majority Black).
Best 24701, WV Public Schools (2026-27)
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 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
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 | 171 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
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 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
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 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 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 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
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 | 273 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
673 West Cumberland Road
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 327-6217
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 327-6217
Gr: PK-2 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
24701, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
319 Memorial Avenue
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 327-8016
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 327-8016
Gr: K-2
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 24701, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 24701, WV include Bluewell Elementary School, Brushfork Elementary School and Bluefield High School.
How many public schools are located in 24701?
8 public schools are located in 24701.
What is the racial composition of students in 24701?
24701 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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