For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 591 students in 26431, WV.
The top ranked public preschool in 26431, WV is Big Elm Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 26431 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the West Virginia public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 26431, WV have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public preschool average of 11% (majority Black).
Best 26431, WV Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Big Elm Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 Tetrick Rd
Shinnston, WV 26431
(304) 326-7280
Shinnston, WV 26431
(304) 326-7280
Grades: PK-5
| 591 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 26431, WV?
The top ranked public preschools in 26431, WV include Big Elm Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 26431?
1 public preschools are located in 26431.
What is the racial composition of students in 26431?
26431 public preschools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public preschools average of 11% (majority Black).
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