Best 26431 West Virginia Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 421 students in 26431, WV.
The top-ranked public middle school in 26431, WV is Lincoln Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 26431 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the West Virginia public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 26431, WV have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public middle school average of 10% (majority Black).

Best 26431, WV Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
78 Jerry Toth Dr
Shinnston, WV 26431
(304) 326-7540
Gr: 6-8 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 26431, WV?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 26431, WV include Lincoln Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 26431?
1 public middle schools are located in 26431.
What is the racial composition of students in 26431?
26431 public middle schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public middle schools average of 10% (majority Black).

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