For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 644 students in Petersburg, WV.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Petersburg, WV is Petersburg Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Petersburg, WV public elementary school 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 Petersburg 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 Public Elementary Schools in Petersburg, WV (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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%
Petersburg, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Petersburg, WV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Petersburg, WV include Petersburg Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Petersburg?
1 public elementary schools are located in Petersburg.
What is the racial composition of students in Petersburg?
Petersburg 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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