For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 293 students in War, WV.
The top-ranked public school in War, WV is Southside K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
War, WV public school have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in War have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in War, WV (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Southside K-8
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13509 Rocket Boy Drive
War, WV 24892
(304) 875-2238
War, WV 24892
(304) 875-2238
Gr: PK-8 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
War, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Main Street Route 16
War, WV 24892
(304) 875-2942
War, WV 24892
(304) 875-2942
Gr: PK-8 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in War, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in War, WV include Southside K-8.
How many public schools are located in War?
1 public schools are located in War.
What is the racial composition of students in War?
War public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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