Best 25071 West Virginia Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 2,020 students in 25071, WV (there are 1 private school, serving 151 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 25071, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in 25071, WV are Pinch Elementary School, Herbert Hoover High School and Clendenin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 25071 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 25071, WV have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).

Best 25071, WV Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pinch Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
300 S Pinch Rd
Elkview, WV 25071
(304) 348-1943
Gr: PK-5 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Herbert Hoover High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
775 Husky Way
Elkview, WV 25071
(304) 965-3394
Gr: 9-12 | 782 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #33.
Clendenin Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5120 Elk River Rd N
Elkview, WV 25071
(304) 965-5501
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #44.
Elkview Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
5090 Elk River Rd N
Elkview, WV 25071
(304) 348-1947
Gr: 6-8 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 25071, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 25071, WV include Pinch Elementary School, Herbert Hoover High School and Clendenin Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 25071?
4 public schools are located in 25071.
What percentage of students in 25071 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 25071 are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 25071?
25071 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).

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