For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,068 students in 26201, WV (there are 1 private school, serving 99 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 26201, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in 26201, WV are Tennerton Elementary School, Washington District Elementary School and Buckhannon Academy Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 26201 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 26201, WV have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best 26201, WV Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tennerton Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
167 Gawthrop Rd
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 472-1278
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 472-1278
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Washington District Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5078 Tallmansville Rd
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 472-6599
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 472-6599
Gr: PK-5 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #33.
Buckhannon Academy Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
16 College Ave
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 472-3310
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 472-3310
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #44.
Hodgesville Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
918 Teter Rd
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 472-3212
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 472-3212
Gr: PK-5 | 151 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #55.
Buckhannon Upshur High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
270 Bu Dr
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 472-3720
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 472-3720
Gr: 9-12 | 1,068 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #66.
B-u Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
553 Route 20 South Rd
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 472-1520
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 472-1520
Gr: 6-8 | 718 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #77.
Union Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
481 Heavner Grove Rd
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 472-1394
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 472-1394
Gr: PK-5 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: n/an/a
Fred W Eberle Tech Center
Vocational School
208 Morton Ave
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 472-1259
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 472-1259
Gr: 10-12
26201, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2 College Ave
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 472-3310
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 472-3310
Gr: PK-2 | 351 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
18 College Ave.
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 304-5813
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 304-5813
Gr: 3-5 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
5 Baxter St
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 472-2401
Buckhannon, WV 26201
(304) 472-2401
Gr: 3-5 | 53 students Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 26201, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 26201, WV include Tennerton Elementary School, Washington District Elementary School and Buckhannon Academy Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 26201?
8 public schools are located in 26201.
What percentage of students in 26201 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 26201 are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 26201?
26201 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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