Best 26651 West Virginia Public Preschools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 522 students in 26651, WV.
The top-ranked public preschools 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 preschools in zipcode 26651 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the West Virginia public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 26651, WV have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the West Virginia public preschool average of 12% (majority Black).

Best 26651, WV Public Preschools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glade Creek Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
7950 Webster Rd
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:
6/
10
Top 50%
108 Mckees Creek Rd
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:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
165 Country Rd
Summersville, WV 26651
(304) 872-1481
Gr: PK-5 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 26651, WV?
The top-ranked public preschools in 26651, WV include Glade Creek Elementary School, Summersville Elementary School and Zela Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 26651?
3 public preschools are located in 26651.
What is the racial composition of students in 26651?
26651 public preschools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the West Virginia public preschools average of 12% (majority Black).

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