For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,762 students in 26501, WV.
The top-ranked public schools in 26501, WV are Mylan Park Elementary School, Morgantown High School and South Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 26501 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 26501, WV have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26501, WV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mylan Park Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
901 Mylan Park Ln
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 983-7700
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 983-7700
Gr: PK-5 | 425 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Morgantown High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
109 Wilson Ave
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9260
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9260
Gr: 9-12 | 1,824 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
South Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
500 E Parkway Dr
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9340
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9340
Gr: 6-8 | 768 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #44.
Skyview Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
668 River Rd
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 284-2890
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 284-2890
Gr: PK-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #55.
Westwood Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
670 River Rd
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9300
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9300
Gr: 6-8 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
Monongalia Technical Education Center
Vocational School
1000 Mississippi St
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9240
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9240
Gr: 9-12
26501, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
403 Schley Street
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9320
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9320
Gr: PK-5 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
1702 River Road
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 983-2345
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 983-2345
Gr: PK-5 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 26501, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 26501, WV include Mylan Park Elementary School, Morgantown High School and South Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 26501?
7 public schools are located in 26501.
What is the racial composition of students in 26501?
26501 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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