Best 26143 West Virginia Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 275 students in 26143, WV.
The top-ranked public high school in 26143, WV is Wirt County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 26143 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the West Virginia public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 26143, WV have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 26143 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is equal to the West Virginia average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Wirt County High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in West Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public high school average of 12% (majority Black).

Best 26143, WV Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wirt County High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
431 Mulberry Street
Elizabeth, WV 26143
(304) 275-4241
Gr: 9-12 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 26143, WV?
The top-ranked public high schools in 26143, WV include Wirt County High School.
How many public high schools are located in 26143?
1 public high schools are located in 26143.
What is the racial composition of students in 26143?
26143 public high schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public high schools average of 12% (majority Black).

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