For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,353 students in 24701, WV.
The top ranked public schools in 24701, WV are Bluefield High School, Bluefield Middle School and Bluewell Elementary 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 24% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 41% 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 12% (majority Black).
Best 24701, WV Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Bluefield High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
535 W Cumberland Rd
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 325-9116
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 325-9116
Grades: 9-12
| 639 students
Rank: #22.
Bluefield Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2002 Stadium Dr
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 325-2481
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 325-2481
Grades: 6-8
| 425 students
Rank: #33.
Bluewell Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
205 Bluewell School Rd
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 589-5057
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 589-5057
Grades: PK-5
| 170 students
Rank: #44.
Bluefield Intermediate School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Southview Dr
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 327-8339
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 327-8339
Grades: 3-5
| 303 students
Rank: #55.
Brushfork Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
140 Brushfork School Rd
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 325-7066
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 325-7066
Grades: K-5
| 175 students
Rank: #66.
Mountain Valley Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 283 students
Rank: n/an/a
673 West Cumberland Road
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 327-6217
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 327-6217
Grades: PK-2
| 358 students
24701, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
319 Memorial Avenue
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 327-8016
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 327-8016
Grades: K-2
| n/a students
1919 Maryland Avenue
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 327-6217
Bluefield, WV 24701
(304) 327-6217
Grades: K-2
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 24701, WV?
The top ranked public schools in 24701, WV include Bluefield High School, Bluefield Middle School and Bluewell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 24701?
7 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 12% (majority Black).
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