For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 554 students in 25143, WV.
The top ranked public preschools in 25143, WV are Rock Branch Elementary School and Nitro Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 25143 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the West Virginia public pre school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 25143, WV have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public preschool average of 11% (majority Black).
Best 25143, WV Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rock Branch Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4616 1st Ave
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-0078
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-0078
Grades: PK-5
| 197 students
Rank: #22.
Nitro Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1921 19th St
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-2451
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-2451
Grades: PK-5
| 357 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 25143, WV?
The top ranked public preschools in 25143, WV include Rock Branch Elementary School and Nitro Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 25143?
2 public preschools are located in 25143.
What is the racial composition of students in 25143?
25143 public preschools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public preschools average of 11% (majority Black).
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