For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,313 students in 25530, WV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 25530, WV are Ceredo-kenova Elementary School, Buffalo Elementary School and Buffalo Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 25530 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 25530, WV have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best 25530, WV Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ceredo-kenova Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1 Wonder Ln
Kenova, WV 25530
(304) 453-1521
Kenova, WV 25530
(304) 453-1521
Gr: PK-5 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Buffalo Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
331 Buffalo Creek Rd
Kenova, WV 25530
(304) 429-2911
Kenova, WV 25530
(304) 429-2911
Gr: PK-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Buffalo Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
298 Buffalo Creek Rd
Kenova, WV 25530
(304) 429-6062
Kenova, WV 25530
(304) 429-6062
Gr: 6-8 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
25530, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
300 9th Street
Kenova, WV 25530
(304) 453-1521
Kenova, WV 25530
(304) 453-1521
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 25530, WV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 25530, WV include Ceredo-kenova Elementary School, Buffalo Elementary School and Buffalo Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 25530?
3 public elementary schools are located in 25530.
What is the racial composition of students in 25530?
25530 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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