For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 605 students in 26070, WV.
The top-ranked public middle school in 26070, WV is Brooke Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 26070 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the West Virginia public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 26070, WV have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public middle school average of 11% (majority Black).
Best 26070, WV Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brooke Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5 Bruin Dr
Wellsburg, WV 26070
(304) 737-3800
Wellsburg, WV 26070
(304) 737-3800
Gr: 5-8 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
The Bruin Bridge
Alternative School
1447 Main St
Wellsburg, WV 26070
(304) 737-6804
Wellsburg, WV 26070
(304) 737-6804
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 26070, WV?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 26070, WV include Brooke Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 26070?
2 public middle schools are located in 26070.
What is the racial composition of students in 26070?
26070 public middle schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public middle schools average of 11% (majority Black).
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