Best 26554 West Virginia Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 3,424 students in 26554, WV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 26554, WV are Pleasant Valley Elementary School, White Hall Elementary School and Jayenne Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 26554 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 26554, WV have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 13% (majority Black).

Best 26554, WV Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pleasant Valley Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1858 Valley School Rd
Fairmont, WV 26554
(304) 367-2148
Gr: PK-4 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
White Hall Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
38 Emerald Ln
Fairmont, WV 26554
(304) 367-2158
Gr: K-4 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Jayenne Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
1504 Country Club Rd
Fairmont, WV 26554
(304) 367-2136
Gr: PK-4 | 310 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
East Dale Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
57 E Dale Rd
Fairmont, WV 26554
(304) 367-2132
Gr: PK-4 | 352 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #55.
East Park Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1025 Fairfax St
Fairmont, WV 26554
(304) 367-2134
Gr: K-4 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #66.
Monongah Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
550 Camden Ave
Fairmont, WV 26554
(304) 367-2164
Gr: 5-8 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #77.
Monongah Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
628 Walnut Street
Fairmont, WV 26554
(304) 367-2159
Gr: PK-4 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #88.
East Fairmont Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
221 Mason St
Fairmont, WV 26554
(304) 367-2123
Gr: 5-8 | 647 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #99.
West Fairmont Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
110 10th St
Fairmont, WV 26554
(304) 366-5631
Gr: 5-8 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #1010.
Watson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1579 Mary Lou Retton Dr
Fairmont, WV 26554
(304) 367-2156
Gr: PK-4 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
Barnes Learning Center (Alc)
Alternative School
100 Naomi St
Fairmont, WV 26554
(304) 367-2127
Gr: K-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 26554, WV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 26554, WV include Pleasant Valley Elementary School, White Hall Elementary School and Jayenne Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 26554?
11 public elementary schools are located in 26554.
What is the racial composition of students in 26554?
26554 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 13% (majority Black).

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