Best 26104 West Virginia Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 699 students in 26104, WV.
The top ranked public middle schools in 26104, WV are Hamilton Middle School and Van Devender Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 26104 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the West Virginia public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 26104, WV have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public middle school average of 10% (majority Black).

Best 26104, WV Public Middle Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamilton Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3501 Cadillac Dr
Parkersburg, WV 26104
(304) 420-9547
Gr: 6-8 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Van Devender Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
918 31st St
Parkersburg, WV 26104
(304) 420-9645
Gr: 6-8 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 26104 West Virginia

26104, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
225 Holiday Hills Drive
Parkersburg, WV 26104
(304) 420-2443
2500 36th St
Parkersburg, WV 26104
(304) 420-9660
Gr: PK-5

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in 26104, WV?
The top ranked public middle schools in 26104, WV include Hamilton Middle School and Van Devender Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 26104?
2 public middle schools are located in 26104.
What is the racial composition of students in 26104?
26104 public middle schools minority enrollment is 11% 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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