For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,270 students in 25425, WV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 25425, WV are C. W. Shipley Elementary School, Harpers Ferry Middle School and Blue Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 25425 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 25425, WV have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best 25425, WV Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
C. W. Shipley Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
652 Shipley School Rd
Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
(304) 725-4395
Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
(304) 725-4395
Gr: K-5 | 348 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Harpers Ferry Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1710 W Washington St
Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
(304) 535-6357
Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
(304) 535-6357
Gr: 6-8 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Blue Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18866 Charles Town Rd
Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
(304) 725-2995
Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
(304) 725-2995
Gr: PK-5 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
25425, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
175 Lowery Lane
Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
(304) 724-3307
Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
(304) 724-3307
Gr: PK-1 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 25425, WV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 25425, WV include C. W. Shipley Elementary School, Harpers Ferry Middle School and Blue Ridge Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 25425?
3 public elementary schools are located in 25425.
What is the racial composition of students in 25425?
25425 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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