For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 384 students in Matewan, WV.
The top-ranked public school in Matewan, WV is Matewan Pk8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Matewan, WV public school have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Matewan have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Matewan, WV (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Matewan Pk8
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 Chambers St
Matewan, WV 25678
(304) 426-4719
Matewan, WV 25678
(304) 426-4719
Gr: PK-8 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Matewan, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in Matewan, WV include Matewan Pk8.
How many public schools are located in Matewan?
1 public schools are located in Matewan.
What is the racial composition of students in Matewan?
Matewan public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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