For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 618 students in 25443, WV (there are 1 private school, serving 93 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 25443, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in 25443, WV are Shepherdstown Elementary School and Shepherdstown Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 25443 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 25443, WV have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best 25443, WV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shepherdstown Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
662 S Church St
Shepherdstown, WV 25443
(304) 876-6270
Shepherdstown, WV 25443
(304) 876-6270
Gr: PK-5 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Shepherdstown Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
54 Minden St
Shepherdstown, WV 25443
(304) 876-6120
Shepherdstown, WV 25443
(304) 876-6120
Gr: 6-8 | 308 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 25443, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 25443, WV include Shepherdstown Elementary School and Shepherdstown Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 25443?
2 public schools are located in 25443.
What percentage of students in 25443 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 25443 are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 25443?
25443 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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