For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,254 students in Glen Dale, WV.
The top-ranked public schools in Glen Dale, WV are Glen Dale Elementary School and John Marshall High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Glen Dale, WV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Glen Dale have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Glen Dale, WV (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glen Dale Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
407 7th St
Glen Dale, WV 26038
(304) 843-4427
Glen Dale, WV 26038
(304) 843-4427
Gr: PK-5 | 206 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
John Marshall High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1300 Wheeling Ave
Glen Dale, WV 26038
(304) 843-4444
Glen Dale, WV 26038
(304) 843-4444
Gr: 9-12 | 1,048 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Glen Dale, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in Glen Dale, WV include Glen Dale Elementary School and John Marshall High School.
How many public schools are located in Glen Dale?
2 public schools are located in Glen Dale.
What is the racial composition of students in Glen Dale?
Glen Dale public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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