For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 719 students in 25177, WV.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 25177, WV are Hayes Middle School and Mckinley Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 25177 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the West Virginia public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 25177, WV have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public middle school average of 11% (majority Black).
Best 25177, WV Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hayes Middle School
(Math: 36% | 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
Gr: 6-8 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Mckinley Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Kanawha Ter
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0218
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0218
Gr: 6-8 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 25177, WV?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 25177, WV include Hayes Middle School and Mckinley Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 25177?
2 public middle schools are located in 25177.
What is the racial composition of students in 25177?
25177 public middle schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public middle schools average of 11% (majority Black).
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