For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 161 students in 26040, WV (there are 1 private school, serving 103 private students). 61% of all K-12 students in 26040, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top ranked public school in 26040, WV is Center Mcmechen Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 26040 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 26040, WV have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26040, WV Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Center Mcmechen Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
800 Marshall St
Mcmechen, WV 26040
(304) 232-6530
Mcmechen, WV 26040
(304) 232-6530
Grades: PK-5
| 161 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 26040, WV?
The top ranked public schools in 26040, WV include Center Mcmechen Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 26040?
1 public schools are located in 26040.
What percentage of students in 26040 go to public school?
61% of all K-12 students in 26040 are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 26040?
26040 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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