For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 626 students in 26241, WV.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 26241, WV are Randolph County Alternative Center and Elkins Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 26241 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the West Virginia public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 26241, WV have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public middle school average of 11% (majority Black).
Best 26241, WV Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Randolph County Alternative Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1425 S Davis Ave
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 636-9157
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 636-9157
Gr: K-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Elkins Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
308 Robert E. Lee Avenue
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 636-9176
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 636-9176
Gr: 6-8 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 26241, WV?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 26241, WV include Randolph County Alternative Center and Elkins Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 26241?
2 public middle schools are located in 26241.
What is the racial composition of students in 26241?
26241 public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public middle schools average of 11% (majority Black).
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