For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 595 students in 26205, WV.
The top-ranked public schools in 26205, WV are Gauley River Elementary School and Richwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 26205 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 26205, WV have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best 26205, WV Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gauley River Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 School St
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 742-5271
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 742-5271
Gr: PK-5 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Rank: #22.
Richwood High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16414 Webster Rd
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 846-2684
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 846-2684
Gr: 9-12 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: n/an/a
Nicholas County Career And Technical Center
Vocational School
215 Milam Addition Rd
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 742-3024
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 742-3024
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student
26205, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 School Street
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 742-5271
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 742-5271
Gr: PK-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 26205, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 26205, WV include Gauley River Elementary School and Richwood High School.
How many public schools are located in 26205?
3 public schools are located in 26205.
What is the racial composition of students in 26205?
26205 public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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