For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 2,011 students in 26501, WV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 26501, WV are Mylan Park Elementary School, South Middle School and Skyview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 26501 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 26501, WV have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best 26501, WV Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mylan Park Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
901 Mylan Park Ln
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 983-7700
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 983-7700
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
South Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 E Parkway Dr
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9340
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9340
Gr: 6-8 | 784 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Skyview Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
668 River Rd
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 284-2890
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 284-2890
Gr: PK-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #44.
Westwood Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
670 River Rd
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9300
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9300
Gr: 6-8 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: n/an/a
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Alternative School
550 Mylan Park Lane
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9210
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9210
Gr: PK-12 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
26501, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
403 Schley Street
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9320
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9320
Gr: PK-5 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
1702 River Road
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 983-2345
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 983-2345
Gr: PK-5 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 26501, WV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 26501, WV include Mylan Park Elementary School, South Middle School and Skyview Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 26501?
5 public elementary schools are located in 26501.
What is the racial composition of students in 26501?
26501 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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