For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 228 students in 26261, WV.
The top-ranked public middle school in 26261, WV is Richwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 26261 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the West Virginia public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 26261, WV have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public middle school average of 11% (majority Black).
Best 26261, WV Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Richwood Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16414 Webster Rd
Richwood, WV 26261
(304) 846-2638
Richwood, WV 26261
(304) 846-2638
Gr: 6-8 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 26261, WV?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 26261, WV include Richwood Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 26261?
1 public middle schools are located in 26261.
What is the racial composition of students in 26261?
26261 public middle schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public middle schools average of 11% (majority Black).
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