For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 420 students in Peterstown, WV.
The top-ranked public school in Peterstown, WV is Peterstown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Peterstown, WV public school have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Peterstown have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Peterstown, WV (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Peterstown Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5414 Ballard Red Sulphur Parkw
Peterstown, WV 24963
(304) 753-4328
Peterstown, WV 24963
(304) 753-4328
Gr: PK-4 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Peterstown, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
5414 Ballard Red Sulphur Parkw
Peterstown, WV 24963
(304) 753-4322
Peterstown, WV 24963
(304) 753-4322
Gr: 5-8 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Peterstown, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in Peterstown, WV include Peterstown Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Peterstown?
1 public schools are located in Peterstown.
What is the racial composition of students in Peterstown?
Peterstown public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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