For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 155 students in 26159, WV.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 26159, WV is Paden City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 26159 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 26159, WV have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best 26159, WV Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paden City Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
510 N 2nd Ave
Paden City, WV 26159
(304) 337-2221
Paden City, WV 26159
(304) 337-2221
Gr: PK-6 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 26159, WV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 26159, WV include Paden City Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 26159?
1 public elementary schools are located in 26159.
What is the racial composition of students in 26159?
26159 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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