For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 629 students in 26346, WV (there are 1 private school, serving 10 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 26346, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in 26346, WV are Ritchie County Middle School and Ritchie County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 26346 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 26346, WV have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best 26346, WV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ritchie County Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
201 Ritchie County School Rd
Ellenboro, WV 26346
(304) 869-3512
Ellenboro, WV 26346
(304) 869-3512
Gr: 5-8 | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Ritchie County High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
201 Ritchie County School Rd
Ellenboro, WV 26346
(304) 869-3526
Ellenboro, WV 26346
(304) 869-3526
Gr: 9-12 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 26346, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 26346, WV include Ritchie County Middle School and Ritchie County High School.
How many public schools are located in 26346?
2 public schools are located in 26346.
What percentage of students in 26346 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 26346 are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 26346?
26346 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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