For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 712 students in 26385, WV.
The top-ranked public schools in 26385, WV are Lost Creek Elementary School, South Harrison Middle School and South Harrison High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 26385 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 26385, WV have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best 26385, WV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lost Creek Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2919 Hawk Hwy
Lost Creek, WV 26385
(304) 326-7040
Lost Creek, WV 26385
(304) 326-7040
Gr: PK-5 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
South Harrison Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3003 Hawk Hwy
Lost Creek, WV 26385
(304) 326-7460
Lost Creek, WV 26385
(304) 326-7460
Gr: 6-8 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #33.
South Harrison High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3073 Hawk Hwy
Lost Creek, WV 26385
(304) 326-7440
Lost Creek, WV 26385
(304) 326-7440
Gr: 9-12 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 26385, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 26385, WV include Lost Creek Elementary School, South Harrison Middle School and South Harrison High School.
How many public schools are located in 26385?
3 public schools are located in 26385.
What is the racial composition of students in 26385?
26385 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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