Best Public Schools in 25311 (Charleston, WV) (2025-26)

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Best 25311 West Virginia Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,323 students in 25311, WV.

The top ranked public schools in 25311, WV are Capital High School and Ruffner Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 25311 have an score of 27% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and score of 42% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 25311, WV have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.

Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).

Best 25311, WV Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

Location

Quick Facts

Rank: #11.

Capital High School

(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
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1500 Greenbrier St
Charleston, WV 25311
(304) 348-6500

Gr: 9-12 | 1,042 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%

Rank: #22.

Ruffner Elementary School

(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
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809 Litz Dr
Charleston, WV 25311
(304) 348-1130

Gr: PK-5 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%

[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 25311 West Virginia

25311, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Valley Grove Elementary School (Closed 2004)

195c Rutledge Rd
Charleston, WV 25311
(304) 348-7701

Gr: K-5 | 129 students Minority enrollment: 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 25311, WV?

The top ranked public schools in 25311, WV include Capital High School and Ruffner Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in 25311?

2 public schools are located in 25311.

What is the racial composition of students in 25311?

25311 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).