For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,700 students in 25314, WV (there are 1 private school, serving 287 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 25314, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in 25314, WV are Holz Elementary School, Kenna Elementary School and Overbrook Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 25314 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 25314, WV have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 25314, WV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Holz Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1505 Hampton Rd
Charleston, WV 25314
(304) 348-1906
Charleston, WV 25314
(304) 348-1906
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Kenna Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
198 Eureka Rd
Charleston, WV 25314
(304) 348-6104
Charleston, WV 25314
(304) 348-6104
Gr: PK-5 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Overbrook Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
218 Oakwood Road
Charleston, WV 25314
(304) 348-6179
Charleston, WV 25314
(304) 348-6179
Gr: K-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
John Adams Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2002 Presidential Dr
Charleston, WV 25314
(304) 348-6652
Charleston, WV 25314
(304) 348-6652
Gr: 6-8 | 708 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #55.
George Washington High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1522 Tennis Club Rd
Charleston, WV 25314
(304) 348-7729
Charleston, WV 25314
(304) 348-7729
Gr: 9-12 | 1,186 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 25314, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 25314, WV include Holz Elementary School, Kenna Elementary School and Overbrook Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 25314?
5 public schools are located in 25314.
What percentage of students in 25314 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 25314 are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 25314?
25314 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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