For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,254 students in 26416, WV.
The top ranked public schools in 26416, WV are Philip Barbour High School Complex, Philippi Elementary School and Philippi Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 26416 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 26416, WV have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26416, WV Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Philip Barbour High School Complex
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
99 Horseshoe Dr
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-1360
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-1360
Grades: 9-12
| 589 students
Rank: #22.
Philippi Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
547 Cherry Hill Rd
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-4229
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-4229
Grades: PK-4
| 394 students
Rank: #33.
Philippi Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
611 Cherry Hill Rd
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-2999
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-2999
Grades: 5-8
| 271 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 26416, WV?
The top ranked public schools in 26416, WV include Philip Barbour High School Complex, Philippi Elementary School and Philippi Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 26416?
3 public schools are located in 26416.
What is the racial composition of students in 26416?
26416 public schools minority enrollment is 6% 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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