Best 26351 West Virginia Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 721 students in 26351, WV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 26351, WV are Gilmer County Elementary School and Gilmer County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 26351 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 26351, WV have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 13% (majority Black).

Best 26351, WV Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gilmer County Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
99 Fairground Rd
Glenville, WV 26351
(304) 462-7338
Gr: PK-5 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #22.
Gilmer County High School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
300 Pine St
Glenville, WV 26351
(304) 462-7960
Gr: 6-12 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 26351, WV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 26351, WV include Gilmer County Elementary School and Gilmer County High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 26351?
2 public elementary schools are located in 26351.
What is the racial composition of students in 26351?
26351 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 13% (majority Black).

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