For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,365 students in 26726, WV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 26726, WV are Fountain Primary School, Keyser Primary School and Keyser Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 26726 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 26726, WV have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26726, WV Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fountain Primary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
289 Fountain School Rd
Keyser, WV 26726
(304) 788-4215
Keyser, WV 26726
(304) 788-4215
Gr: PK-4 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Keyser Primary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1123 Harley O Staggers Dr
Keyser, WV 26726
(304) 788-4508
Keyser, WV 26726
(304) 788-4508
Gr: PK-4 | 556 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Keyser Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
879 Harley O Staggers Dr
Keyser, WV 26726
(304) 788-4220
Keyser, WV 26726
(304) 788-4220
Gr: 5-8 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
Mineral County Alternative Program
Alternative School
89 Baker Pl
Keyser, WV 26726
(304) 788-4213
Keyser, WV 26726
(304) 788-4213
Gr: 1-12 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
26726, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 26726, WV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 26726, WV include Fountain Primary School, Keyser Primary School and Keyser Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 26726?
4 public elementary schools are located in 26726.
What is the racial composition of students in 26726?
26726 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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