For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 885 students in 26241, WV.
The top-ranked public preschools in 26241, WV are Midland Elementary School, North Elementary School and Jennings Randolph Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 26241 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the West Virginia public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 26241, WV have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public preschool average of 11% (majority Black).
Best 26241, WV Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Midland Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
150 Kennedy Dr
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 636-9186
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 636-9186
Gr: PK-5 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
North Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
410 Kennedy St
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 636-9189
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 636-9189
Gr: PK-5 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Jennings Randolph Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
101 Scott Ford Rd
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 636-9181
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 636-9181
Gr: PK-5 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
Elkins Third Ward Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
111 Nathan St
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 636-9183
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 636-9183
Gr: PK-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 26241, WV?
The top-ranked public preschools in 26241, WV include Midland Elementary School, North Elementary School and Jennings Randolph Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 26241?
4 public preschools are located in 26241.
What is the racial composition of students in 26241?
26241 public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public preschools average of 11% (majority Black).
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