For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 152 students in 26261, WV.
The top-ranked public preschool in 26261, WV is Cherry River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 26261 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the West Virginia public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 12% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 26261, WV have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public preschool average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26261, WV Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cherry River Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
190 Riverside Dr
Richwood, WV 26261
(304) 846-6646
Richwood, WV 26261
(304) 846-6646
Gr: PK-5 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 26261, WV?
The top-ranked public preschools in 26261, WV include Cherry River Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 26261?
1 public preschools are located in 26261.
What is the racial composition of students in 26261?
26261 public preschools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public preschools average of 12% (majority Black).
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