For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,100 students in 26501, WV.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 26501, WV are South Middle School and Westwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 26501 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the West Virginia public middle school average of 29%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 26501, WV have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of West Virginia public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public middle school average of 10% (majority Black).
Best 26501, WV Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
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 middle schools in 26501, WV?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 26501, WV include South Middle School and Westwood Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 26501?
2 public middle schools are located in 26501.
What is the racial composition of students in 26501?
26501 public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public middle schools average of 10% (majority Black).
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