For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 722 students in 25271, WV.
The top-ranked public preschools in 25271, WV are Fairplain Elementary School and Ripley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 25271 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the West Virginia public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 25271, WV have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public preschool average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 25271, WV Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairplain Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
51 Panther Dr
Ripley, WV 25271
(304) 372-7340
Ripley, WV 25271
(304) 372-7340
Gr: PK-5 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Ripley Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
404 2nd Ave
Ripley, WV 25271
(304) 372-7345
Ripley, WV 25271
(304) 372-7345
Gr: PK-5 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 25271, WV?
The top-ranked public preschools in 25271, WV include Fairplain Elementary School and Ripley Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 25271?
2 public preschools are located in 25271.
What is the racial composition of students in 25271?
25271 public preschools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public preschools average of 12% (majority Black).
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