For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 644 students in 26847, WV.
The top ranked public elementary school in 26847, WV is Petersburg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 26847 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 26847, WV have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26847, WV Public Elementary Schools (2025)
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Rank: #11.
Petersburg Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
333 Rig St
Petersburg, WV 26847
(304) 257-1110
Petersburg, WV 26847
(304) 257-1110
Gr: PK-6 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
26847, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
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Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 26847, WV?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 26847, WV include Petersburg Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 26847?
1 public elementary schools are located in 26847.
What is the racial composition of students in 26847?
26847 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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