For the 2026 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 23% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
George Ward Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | 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
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
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
Gr: 6-12 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
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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