For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 849 students in Belle, WV.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Belle, WV are Midland Trail Elementary School, Belle Elementary School and Du Pont Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Belle, WV public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Belle have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Belle, WV (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Midland Trail Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
200 Ferry St
Belle, WV 25015
(304) 949-1823
Belle, WV 25015
(304) 949-1823
Grades: PK-5
| 164 students
Rank: #22.
Belle Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
401 E 6th St
Belle, WV 25015
(304) 949-2612
Belle, WV 25015
(304) 949-2612
Grades: PK-5
| 278 students
Rank: #33.
Du Pont Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 Panther Dr
Belle, WV 25015
(304) 949-1798
Belle, WV 25015
(304) 949-1798
Grades: 6-8
| 407 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Belle, WV?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Belle, WV include Midland Trail Elementary School, Belle Elementary School and Du Pont Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Belle?
3 public elementary schools are located in Belle.
What is the racial composition of students in Belle?
Belle public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 12% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Belle are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Belle include: Midland Trail Elementary School vs. Belle Elementary School, Belle Elementary School vs. Midland Trail Elementary School
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