For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 617 students in Elkview, WV.
The top-ranked public preschools in Elkview, WV are Pinch Elementary School and Clendenin Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elkview, WV public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the West Virginia public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in Elkview have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public preschool average of 12% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Elkview, WV (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pinch Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
300 S Pinch Rd
Elkview, WV 25071
(304) 348-1943
Elkview, WV 25071
(304) 348-1943
Gr: PK-5 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Clendenin Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5120 Elk River Rd N
Elkview, WV 25071
(304) 965-5501
Elkview, WV 25071
(304) 965-5501
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Elkview, WV?
The top-ranked public preschools in Elkview, WV include Pinch Elementary School and Clendenin Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Elkview?
2 public preschools are located in Elkview.
What is the racial composition of students in Elkview?
Elkview public preschools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public preschools average of 12% (majority Black).
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