For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,255 students in 25401, WV (there are 1 private school, serving 362 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 25401, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in 25401, WV are Burke Street Elementary School, Rosemont Elementary School and Winchester Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 25401 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 25401, WV have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best 25401, WV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Burke Street Elementary School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
422 W Burke St
Martinsburg, WV 25401
(304) 267-3525
Martinsburg, WV 25401
(304) 267-3525
Gr: PK-3 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Rosemont Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
301 S Alabama Ave
Martinsburg, WV 25401
(304) 263-3560
Martinsburg, WV 25401
(304) 263-3560
Gr: PK-3 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Winchester Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
650 Winchester Ave
Martinsburg, WV 25401
(304) 267-3570
Martinsburg, WV 25401
(304) 267-3570
Gr: PK-3 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #44.
Berkeley Heights Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
726 Hack Wilson Way
Martinsburg, WV 25401
(304) 263-3520
Martinsburg, WV 25401
(304) 263-3520
Gr: PK-2 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
Martinsburg High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
701 S Queen St
Martinsburg, WV 25401
(304) 267-3530
Martinsburg, WV 25401
(304) 267-3530
Gr: 9-12 | 1,505 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #66.
Martinsburg South Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
150 Bulldog Blvd
Martinsburg, WV 25401
(304) 267-3542
Martinsburg, WV 25401
(304) 267-3542
Gr: 6-8 | 787 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
2000 Tavern Rd
Martinsburg, WV 25401
(304) 267-3565
Martinsburg, WV 25401
(304) 267-3565
Gr: PK-2 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 25401, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 25401, WV include Burke Street Elementary School, Rosemont Elementary School and Winchester Avenue Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 25401?
7 public schools are located in 25401.
What percentage of students in 25401 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 25401 are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 25401?
25401 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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