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Best Marshall County Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,202 students in Marshall County, WV.

The top-ranked public preschools in Marshall County, WV are Glen Dale Elementary School, Center Mcmechen Elementary School and Washington Lands Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Marshall County, WV public preschools have an score of 48% (versus the West Virginia public pre school average of 44%), and score of 48% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in Marshall County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of West Virginia public pre schools.

Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public preschool average of 11% (majority Black).

Best Public Preschools in Marshall County (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

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Rank: #11.

Glen Dale Elementary School

(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
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407 7th St
Glen Dale, WV 26038
(304) 843-4427

Gr: PK-5 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%

Rank: #22.

Center Mcmechen Elementary School

(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
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800 Marshall St
Mcmechen, WV 26040
(304) 232-6530

Gr: PK-5 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 16%

Rank: #33.

Washington Lands Elementary School

(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
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116 School Rd
Moundsville, WV 26041
(304) 843-4420

Gr: PK-5 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%

Rank: #44.

Cameron Elementary School

(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
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12 Church St
Cameron, WV 26033
(304) 686-3305

Gr: PK-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%

Rank: n/an/a

Mcninch Primary School

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119 Tiger Ln
Moundsville, WV 26041
(304) 843-4431

Gr: PK-2 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Marshall County, WV

Marshall County Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

Quick Facts

John Marshall Adult Prep (Closed 2023)

Vocational School

John Marshall High School, 130
Glen Dale, WV 26038
(304) 843-4444

Limestone Elementary School (Closed 2010)

Rr 1 Box 245
Moundsville, WV 26041
(304) 843-4429

Gr: K-6 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 2%

Northern Correctional Facility - Adult (Closed 2023)

Rd#2 Box 1
Moundsville, WV 26041
(304) 843-4105

Gr: 3-5

Sanford Elementary School (Closed 2009)

1600 Third Street
Moundsville, WV 26041
(304) 843-4435

Gr: K-6 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 1%

Union Junior High School (Closed 2004)

1690 Marshall St S
Benwood, WV 26031
(304) 232-7190

Gr: 7-9 | 56 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in Marshall County, WV?

The top-ranked public preschools in Marshall County, WV include Glen Dale Elementary School, Center Mcmechen Elementary School and Washington Lands Elementary School.

How many public preschools are located in Marshall County?

5 public preschools are located in Marshall County.

What is the racial composition of students in Marshall County?

Marshall County public preschools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public preschools average of 11% (majority Black).

Which public preschools in Marshall County are often viewed compared to one another?