For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 726 students in 26280, WV.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 26280, WV are George Ward Elementary School and Tygarts Valley Middle/high School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 26280 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 26280, WV have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26280, WV Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
George Ward Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10007 Seneca Trail
Mill Creek, WV 26280
(304) 335-4975
Mill Creek, WV 26280
(304) 335-4975
Grades: PK-5
| 325 students
Rank: #22.
Tygarts Valley Middle/high School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10189 Seneca Trl
Mill Creek, WV 26280
(304) 335-4575
Mill Creek, WV 26280
(304) 335-4575
Grades: 6-12
| 401 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 26280, WV?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 26280, WV include George Ward Elementary School and Tygarts Valley Middle/high School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 26280?
2 public elementary schools are located in 26280.
What is the racial composition of students in 26280?
26280 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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