For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 683 students in 26537, WV.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 26537, WV are Central Preston Middle School and Kingwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 26537 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 26537, WV have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 11% (majority Black).
Best 26537, WV Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Central Preston Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
64 Wildcat Way
Kingwood, WV 26537
(304) 329-0033
Kingwood, WV 26537
(304) 329-0033
Grades: 5-8
| 322 students
Rank: #22.
Kingwood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
207 S Price Street
Kingwood, WV 26537
(304) 329-1034
Kingwood, WV 26537
(304) 329-1034
Grades: PK-4
| 361 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 26537, WV?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 26537, WV include Central Preston Middle School and Kingwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 26537?
2 public elementary schools are located in 26537.
What is the racial composition of students in 26537?
26537 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 11% (majority Black).
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