For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 705 students in 25043, WV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 25043, WV are Clay Elementary School and Clay Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 25043 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 25043, WV have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 25043, WV Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clay Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
219 Church Street
Clay, WV 25043
(304) 587-4276
Clay, WV 25043
(304) 587-4276
Gr: PK-5 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Clay Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
419 Church Street
Clay, WV 25043
(304) 587-2343
Clay, WV 25043
(304) 587-2343
Gr: 6-8 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 25043, WV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 25043, WV include Clay Elementary School and Clay Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 25043?
2 public elementary schools are located in 25043.
What is the racial composition of students in 25043?
25043 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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