For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 118 students in Big Sandy, WV.
The top-ranked public school in Big Sandy, WV is Fall River Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Big Sandy, WV public school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Big Sandy have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Big Sandy, WV (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fall River Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13 Falcon Drive
Big Sandy, WV 24816
(304) 656-7665
Big Sandy, WV 24816
(304) 656-7665
Gr: PK-5 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Big Sandy, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in Big Sandy, WV include Fall River Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Big Sandy?
1 public schools are located in Big Sandy.
What is the racial composition of students in Big Sandy?
Big Sandy public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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