For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,100 students in 26501, WV.
The top ranked public middle schools in 26501, WV are South Middle School and Westwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 26501 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the West Virginia public middle school average of 28%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 26501, WV have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of West Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public middle school average of 10% (majority Black).
Best 26501, WV Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 E Parkway Dr
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9340
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9340
Grades: 6-8
| 768 students
Rank: #22.
Westwood Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
670 River Rd
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9300
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9300
Grades: 6-8
| 332 students
26501, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
403 Schley Street
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9320
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9320
Grades: PK-5
| 176 students
1702 River Road
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 983-2345
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 983-2345
Grades: PK-5
| 81 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 26501, WV?
The top ranked public middle schools in 26501, WV include South Middle School and Westwood Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 26501?
2 public middle schools are located in 26501.
What is the racial composition of students in 26501?
26501 public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public middle schools average of 10% (majority Black).
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