For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 558 students in 26250, WV.
The top-ranked public schools in 26250, WV are Belington Middle School and Belington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 26250 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 26250, WV have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 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 12% (majority Black).
Best 26250, WV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Belington Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
469 Morgantown Pike
Belington, WV 26250
(303) 823-1281
Belington, WV 26250
(303) 823-1281
Gr: 5-8 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Belington Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
471 Morgantown Pike
Belington, WV 26250
(304) 823-1411
Belington, WV 26250
(304) 823-1411
Gr: PK-4 | 291 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 26250, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 26250, WV include Belington Middle School and Belington Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 26250?
2 public schools are located in 26250.
What is the racial composition of students in 26250?
26250 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 12% (majority Black).
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