For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 321 students in 26205, WV.
The top ranked public elementary school in 26205, WV is Gauley River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 26205 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 26205, WV have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26205, WV Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gauley River Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 School St
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 742-5271
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 742-5271
Grades: PK-5
| 321 students
26205, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
16414 Webster Rd
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 742-5611
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 742-5611
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
100 School Street
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 742-5271
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 742-5271
Grades: PK-5
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 26205, WV?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 26205, WV include Gauley River Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 26205?
1 public elementary schools are located in 26205.
What is the racial composition of students in 26205?
26205 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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