For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 613 students in 26143, WV.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 26143, WV are Wirt County Primary Center and Wirt County Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 26143 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 26143, WV have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26143, WV Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wirt County Primary Center
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
438 Schoolview Street
Elizabeth, WV 26143
(304) 275-4263
Elizabeth, WV 26143
(304) 275-4263
Grades: PK-4
| 350 students
Rank: #22.
Wirt County Middle School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
426 Schoolview
Elizabeth, WV 26143
(304) 275-3977
Elizabeth, WV 26143
(304) 275-3977
Grades: 5-8
| 263 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 26143, WV?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 26143, WV include Wirt County Primary Center and Wirt County Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 26143?
2 public elementary schools are located in 26143.
What is the racial composition of students in 26143?
26143 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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