For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,179 students in 26187, WV (there are 1 private school, serving 284 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 26187, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top ranked public schools in 26187, WV are Williamstown Elementary School and Williamstown High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 26187 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 26187, WV have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26187, WV Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Williamstown Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
430 Caroline Ave
Williamstown, WV 26187
(304) 375-7675
Williamstown, WV 26187
(304) 375-7675
Gr: PK-5 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Williamstown High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
219 W 5th St
Williamstown, WV 26187
(304) 375-6151
Williamstown, WV 26187
(304) 375-6151
Gr: 6-12 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 26187, WV?
The top ranked public schools in 26187, WV include Williamstown Elementary School and Williamstown High School.
How many public schools are located in 26187?
2 public schools are located in 26187.
What percentage of students in 26187 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 26187 are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 26187?
26187 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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