For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,280 students in Kenova, WV.
The top ranked public schools in Kenova, WV are Buffalo Elementary School, Ceredo-kenova Elementary School and Buffalo Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Kenova, WV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Kenova have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Kenova, WV (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Buffalo Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
331 Buffalo Creek Rd
Kenova, WV 25530
(304) 429-2911
Kenova, WV 25530
(304) 429-2911
Grades: PK-5
| 427 students
Rank: #22.
Ceredo-kenova Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Wonder Ln
Kenova, WV 25530
(304) 453-1521
Kenova, WV 25530
(304) 453-1521
Grades: PK-5
| 621 students
Rank: #33.
Buffalo Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
298 Buffalo Creek Rd
Kenova, WV 25530
(304) 429-6062
Kenova, WV 25530
(304) 429-6062
Grades: 6-8
| 232 students
Kenova, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
300 9th Street
Kenova, WV 25530
(304) 453-1521
Kenova, WV 25530
(304) 453-1521
Grades: PK-5
| 383 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Kenova, WV?
The top ranked public schools in Kenova, WV include Buffalo Elementary School, Ceredo-kenova Elementary School and Buffalo Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Kenova?
3 public schools are located in Kenova.
What is the racial composition of students in Kenova?
Kenova public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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