For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 697 students in 26726, WV.
The top-ranked public middle school in 26726, WV is Keyser Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 26726 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the West Virginia public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 26726, WV have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public middle school average of 10% (majority Black).
Best 26726, WV Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 middle schools in 26726, WV?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 26726, WV include Keyser Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 26726?
2 public middle schools are located in 26726.
What is the racial composition of students in 26726?
26726 public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public middle schools average of 10% (majority Black).
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