For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 695 students in Peterstown, WV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Peterstown, WV are Peterstown Middle School and Peterstown Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Peterstown, WV public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Peterstown have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Peterstown, WV (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Peterstown Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5414 Ballard Red Sulphur Parkw
Peterstown, WV 24963
(304) 753-4322
Peterstown, WV 24963
(304) 753-4322
Gr: 5-8 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Peterstown Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5414 Ballard Red Sulphur Parkw
Peterstown, WV 24963
(304) 753-4328
Peterstown, WV 24963
(304) 753-4328
Gr: PK-4 | 420 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Peterstown, WV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Peterstown, WV include Peterstown Middle School and Peterstown Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Peterstown?
2 public elementary schools are located in Peterstown.
What is the racial composition of students in Peterstown?
Peterstown public elementary schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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