For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 367 students in 26385, WV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 26385, WV are Lost Creek Elementary School and South Harrison Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 26385 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 26385, WV have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26385, WV Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lost Creek Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2919 Hawk Hwy
Lost Creek, WV 26385
(304) 326-7040
Lost Creek, WV 26385
(304) 326-7040
Gr: PK-5 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
South Harrison Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3003 Hawk Hwy
Lost Creek, WV 26385
(304) 326-7460
Lost Creek, WV 26385
(304) 326-7460
Gr: 6-8 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 26385, WV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 26385, WV include Lost Creek Elementary School and South Harrison Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 26385?
2 public elementary schools are located in 26385.
What is the racial composition of students in 26385?
26385 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% 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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