Best 25701 West Virginia Public Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,512 students in 25701, WV (there are 3 private schools, serving 608 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 25701, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in 25701, WV are Hite Saunders Elementary School, Southside Elementary School and Meadows Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 25701 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 25701, WV have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).

Best 25701, WV Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hite Saunders Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
3708 Green Valley Rd
Huntington, WV 25701
(304) 528-5132
Gr: PK-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Southside Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
930 2nd St
Huntington, WV 25701
(304) 528-5168
Gr: PK-5 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Meadows Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1601 Washington Blvd
Huntington, WV 25701
(304) 528-5166
Gr: PK-5 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #44.
Huntington High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1 Highlander Way
Huntington, WV 25701
(304) 528-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,667 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Huntington Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
925 3rd St
Huntington, WV 25701
(304) 528-5180
Gr: 6-8 | 601 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #66.
Spring Hill Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1901 Hall Ave
Huntington, WV 25701
(304) 528-5175
Gr: PK-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 25701 West Virginia

25701, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
200 10th Ave
Huntington, WV 25701
(304) 528-5114
Gr: PK-5 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
200 10th Ave
Huntington, WV 25701
(304) 528-5116
Gr: 6-8 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
620 12th Avenue
Huntington, WV 25701
(304) 528-5168
Gr: PK-5 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 25701, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 25701, WV include Hite Saunders Elementary School, Southside Elementary School and Meadows Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 25701?
6 public schools are located in 25701.
What percentage of students in 25701 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 25701 are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 25701?
25701 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).

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