For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 647 students in 25443, WV.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 25443, WV are Shepherdstown Elementary School and Shepherdstown Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 25443 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 25443, WV have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 25443, WV Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shepherdstown Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
662 S Church St
Shepherdstown, WV 25443
(304) 876-6270
Shepherdstown, WV 25443
(304) 876-6270
Grades: PK-5
| 322 students
Rank: #22.
Shepherdstown Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
54 Minden St
Shepherdstown, WV 25443
(304) 876-6120
Shepherdstown, WV 25443
(304) 876-6120
Grades: 6-8
| 325 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 25443, WV?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 25443, WV include Shepherdstown Elementary School and Shepherdstown Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 25443?
2 public elementary schools are located in 25443.
What is the racial composition of students in 25443?
25443 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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