For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 643 students in 26205, WV.
The top ranked public schools in 26205, WV are Gauley River Elementary School and Richwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 26205 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 26205, WV have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26205, WV Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gauley River Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 School St
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 742-5271
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 742-5271
Gr: PK-5 | 321 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #22.
Richwood High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16414 Webster Rd
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 846-2684
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 846-2684
Gr: 9-12 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: n/an/a
Nicholas County Career/technical Center
Vocational School
215 Milam Addition Rd
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 742-3024
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 742-3024
Gr: 9-12
26205, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
100 School Street
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 742-5271
Craigsville, WV 26205
(304) 742-5271
Gr: PK-5
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 26205, WV?
The top ranked public schools in 26205, WV include Gauley River Elementary School and Richwood High School.
How many public schools are located in 26205?
3 public schools are located in 26205.
What is the racial composition of students in 26205?
26205 public schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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