For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,729 students in 26537, WV.
The top-ranked public schools in 26537, WV are Central Preston Middle School, Kingwood Elementary School and Preston High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 26537 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 26537, WV have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best 26537, WV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Preston Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
64 Wildcat Way
Kingwood, WV 26537
(304) 329-0033
Kingwood, WV 26537
(304) 329-0033
Gr: 5-8 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Kingwood Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
207 S Price St
Kingwood, WV 26537
(304) 329-1034
Kingwood, WV 26537
(304) 329-1034
Gr: PK-4 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #33.
Preston High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 Knight Dr
Kingwood, WV 26537
(304) 329-0400
Kingwood, WV 26537
(304) 329-0400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,056 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 26537, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 26537, WV include Central Preston Middle School, Kingwood Elementary School and Preston High School.
How many public schools are located in 26537?
3 public schools are located in 26537.
What is the racial composition of students in 26537?
26537 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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