For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,855 students in Saint Albans, WV (there are 1 private school, serving 192 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Saint Albans, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top ranked public schools in Saint Albans, WV are Saint Albans High School, Central Elementary School and Alban Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Saint Albans, WV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Saint Albans have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Saint Albans, WV (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Saint Albans High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2100 Kanawha Ter
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0212
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0212
Grades: 9-12
| 900 students
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
900 Helene St
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0226
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0226
Grades: PK-5
| 322 students
Rank: #33.
Alban Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2030 Harrison Ave
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0234
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0234
Grades: PK-5
| 261 students
Rank: #44.
Hayes Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
830 Strawberry Rd
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0222
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0222
Grades: 6-8
| 442 students
Rank: #55.
Anne Bailey Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
405 Winfield Rd
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0230
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0230
Grades: PK-5
| 199 students
Rank: #66.
Mckinley Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Kanawha Ter
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0218
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0218
Grades: 6-8
| 289 students
Rank: #77.
Lakewood Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2089 Lakewood Dr
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0200
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0200
Grades: PK-5
| 308 students
Rank: #88.
George C. Weimer Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3040 Kanawha Ter
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0205
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0205
Grades: PK-5
| 134 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Saint Albans, WV?
The top ranked public schools in Saint Albans, WV include Saint Albans High School, Central Elementary School and Alban Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Saint Albans?
8 public schools are located in Saint Albans.
What percentage of students in Saint Albans go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Saint Albans are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in Saint Albans?
Saint Albans public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Saint Albans are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Saint Albans include: George C. Weimer Elementary School vs. Alban Elementary School, Alban Elementary School vs. Central Elementary School, Hayes Middle School vs. Mckinley Middle School
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