For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,031 students in 26651, WV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 26651, WV are Glade Creek Elementary School, Summersville Elementary School and Zela Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 26651 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 26651, WV have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best 26651, WV Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glade Creek Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7950 Webster Rd
Summersville, WV 26651
(304) 872-2882
Summersville, WV 26651
(304) 872-2882
Gr: PK-5 | 124 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Summersville Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
108 Mckees Creek Rd
Summersville, WV 26651
(304) 872-1421
Summersville, WV 26651
(304) 872-1421
Gr: PK-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #33.
Zela Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
165 Country Rd
Summersville, WV 26651
(304) 872-1481
Summersville, WV 26651
(304) 872-1481
Gr: PK-5 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #44.
Summersville Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
40 Grizzley Ln
Summersville, WV 26651
(304) 872-5092
Summersville, WV 26651
(304) 872-5092
Gr: 6-8 | 509 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 26651, WV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 26651, WV include Glade Creek Elementary School, Summersville Elementary School and Zela Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 26651?
4 public elementary schools are located in 26651.
What is the racial composition of students in 26651?
26651 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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