For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 761 students in 26351, WV.
The top ranked public schools in 26351, WV are Gilmer County High School and Gilmer County Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 26351 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 26351, WV have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26351, WV Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Gilmer County High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
300 Pine St
Glenville, WV 26351
(304) 462-7960
Glenville, WV 26351
(304) 462-7960
Grades: 6-12
| 446 students
Rank: #22.
Gilmer County Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
99 Fairground Rd
Glenville, WV 26351
(304) 462-7338
Glenville, WV 26351
(304) 462-7338
Grades: PK-5
| 315 students
26351, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
454 Vanhorn Drive
Glenville, WV 26351
(304) 462-7338
Glenville, WV 26351
(304) 462-7338
Grades: PK-6
| 221 students
1365 Sycamore Run Road
Glenville, WV 26351
(304) 462-7422
Glenville, WV 26351
(304) 462-7422
Grades: PK-12
| 1 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 26351, WV?
The top ranked public schools in 26351, WV include Gilmer County High School and Gilmer County Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 26351?
2 public schools are located in 26351.
What is the racial composition of students in 26351?
26351 public schools minority enrollment is 2% 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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