For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 117 students in 25971, WV.
The top-ranked public school in 25971, WV is Sun Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 25971 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 25971, 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), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best 25971, WV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sun Valley Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5281 Hinton Road
Lerona, WV 25971
(304) 384-7441
Lerona, WV 25971
(304) 384-7441
Gr: PK-5 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 25971, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 25971, WV include Sun Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 25971?
1 public schools are located in 25971.
What is the racial composition of students in 25971?
25971 public schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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