For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,960 students in Saint Albans, WV (there are 1 private school, serving 192 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Saint Albans, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top ranked public schools in Saint Albans, WV are Saint Albans High School, Central Elementary School and Alban Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Saint Albans, WV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Saint Albans have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 11% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Saint Albans, WV (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Saint Albans High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2100 Kanawha Terrace
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0212
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0212
Grades: 9-12
| 993 students
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
900 Helene Street
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0226
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0226
Grades: PK-5
| 333 students
Rank: #33.
Alban Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2030 Harrison Avenue
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0234
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0234
Grades: PK-5
| 253 students
Rank: #44.
Hayes Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
830 Strawberry Road
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0222
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0222
Grades: 6-8
| 436 students
Rank: #55.
Anne Bailey Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
405 Winfield Road
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0230
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0230
Grades: PK-5
| 217 students
Rank: #66.
Mckinley Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Kanawha Terrace
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0218
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0218
Grades: 6-8
| 303 students
Rank: #77.
Lakewood Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2089 Lakewood Drive
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0200
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0200
Grades: PK-5
| 288 students
Rank: #88.
George C. Weimer Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3040 Kanawha Terrace
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0205
Saint Albans, WV 25177
(304) 722-0205
Grades: PK-5
| 137 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Saint Albans, WV?
The top ranked public schools in Saint Albans, WV include Saint Albans High School, Central Elementary School and Alban Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Saint Albans?
8 public schools are located in Saint Albans.
What percentage of students in Saint Albans go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Saint Albans are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in Saint Albans?
Saint Albans public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 11% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Saint Albans are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Saint Albans include: George C. Weimer Elementary School vs. Alban Elementary School, Hayes Middle School vs. Mckinley Middle School, Alban Elementary School vs. Central Elementary School
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