For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 677 students in 26104, WV.
The top-ranked public preschools in 26104, WV are Emerson Elementary School and Madison Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 26104 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the West Virginia public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in 26104, WV have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of West Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the West Virginia public preschool average of 11% (majority Black).
Best 26104, WV Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Emerson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1605 36th St
Parkersburg, WV 26104
(304) 420-9528
Parkersburg, WV 26104
(304) 420-9528
Gr: PK-5 | 407 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1426 32nd St
Parkersburg, WV 26104
(304) 420-9563
Parkersburg, WV 26104
(304) 420-9563
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
26104, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
225 Holiday Hills Drive
Parkersburg, WV 26104
(304) 420-2443
Parkersburg, WV 26104
(304) 420-2443
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 26104, WV?
The top-ranked public preschools in 26104, WV include Emerson Elementary School and Madison Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 26104?
2 public preschools are located in 26104.
What is the racial composition of students in 26104?
26104 public preschools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the West Virginia public preschools average of 11% (majority Black).
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