Best 26101 West Virginia Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,085 students in 26101, WV.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 26101, WV are Edison Middle School and Blennerhassett Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 26101 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the West Virginia public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 26101, WV have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of West Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public middle school average of 11% (majority Black).

Best 26101, WV Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Edison Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1201 Hillcrest St
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9525
Gr: 6-8 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Blennerhassett Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
444 Jewell Rd
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 863-3356
Gr: 6-8 | 534 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
Summit Success Center
Alternative School
2507 9th Ave
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 893-9737
Gr: K-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 26101, WV?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 26101, WV include Edison Middle School and Blennerhassett Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 26101?
3 public middle schools are located in 26101.
What is the racial composition of students in 26101?
26101 public middle schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public middle schools average of 11% (majority Black).

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