For the 2026 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 (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamilton Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3501 Cadillac Dr
Parkersburg, WV 26104
(304) 420-9547
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:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
918 31st St
Parkersburg, WV 26104
(304) 420-9645
Parkersburg, WV 26104
(304) 420-9645
Gr: 6-8 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
26104, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
225 Holiday Hills Drive
Parkersburg, WV 26104
(304) 420-2443
Parkersburg, WV 26104
(304) 420-2443
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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