For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 234 students in 25049, WV.
The top-ranked public school in 25049, WV is Sherman Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 25049 have an average math proficiency score of 87% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 25049, WV have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best 25049, WV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sherman Elementary School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
7487 Coal River Road
Comfort, WV 25049
(304) 837-8310
Comfort, WV 25049
(304) 837-8310
Gr: PK-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 25049, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 25049, WV include Sherman Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 25049?
1 public schools are located in 25049.
What is the racial composition of students in 25049?
25049 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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