For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public preschools serving 2,577 students in 26101, WV.
The top-ranked public preschools in 26101, WV are Criss Elementary School, Gihon Elementary School and Blennerhassett Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 26101 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the West Virginia public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 26101, WV have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of West Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public preschool average of 11% (majority Black).
Best 26101, WV Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Criss Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2800 22nd St
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9522
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9522
Gr: PK-5 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Gihon Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2000 Belmont Rd
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9539
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9539
Gr: PK-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Blennerhassett Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
448 Jewell Rd
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 863-5128
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 863-5128
Gr: PK-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #44.
Lubeck Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
206 Lubeck Rd
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 863-3321
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 863-3321
Gr: PK-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #55.
Martin Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1301 Hillcrest St
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9625
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9625
Gr: PK-5 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #66.
Jefferson Elementary Center
(Math: 35% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1103 Plum St
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9554
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9554
Gr: PK-5 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #77.
Fairplains Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
615 Broadway Ave
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9531
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9531
Gr: PK-5 | 162 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #88.
Franklin Elementary Center
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1511 Division Street Ext
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9534
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9534
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Summit Success Center
Alternative School
2507 9th Ave
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 893-9737
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 893-9737
Gr: K
26101, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lorrie Yeager Juvenile Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
907 Mission Drive
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-4862
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-4862
Gr: 6-12 | 10 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Rayon-trek Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
615 Broadway Avenue
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9639
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 420-9639
Gr: Inquire with school
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 26101, WV?
The top-ranked public preschools in 26101, WV include Criss Elementary School, Gihon Elementary School and Blennerhassett Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 26101?
9 public preschools are located in 26101.
What is the racial composition of students in 26101?
26101 public preschools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public preschools average of 11% (majority Black).
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