For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,657 students in Bluefield, WV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bluefield, WV are Bluewell Elementary School, Brushfork Elementary School and Bluefield Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Bluefield, WV public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Bluefield have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Bluefield, WV (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 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: #44.
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: #55.
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%
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
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 elementary schools in Bluefield, WV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Bluefield, WV include Bluewell Elementary School, Brushfork Elementary School and Bluefield Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Bluefield?
6 public elementary schools are located in Bluefield.
What is the racial composition of students in Bluefield?
Bluefield public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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