For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,233 students in 26847, WV (there are 2 private schools, serving 19 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 26847, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in 26847, WV are Petersburg Elementary School and Petersburg High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 26847 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 26847, WV have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26847, WV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
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Rank: #11.
Petersburg Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
333 Rig St
Petersburg, WV 26847
(304) 257-1110
Petersburg, WV 26847
(304) 257-1110
Gr: PK-6 | 644 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Petersburg High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
207 Viking Drive
Petersburg, WV 26847
(304) 257-1444
Petersburg, WV 26847
(304) 257-1444
Gr: 7-12 | 589 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: n/an/a
South Branch Vocational School
Vocational School
401 Pierpont St
Petersburg, WV 26847
(304) 257-1331
Petersburg, WV 26847
(304) 257-1331
Gr: 7-12
26847, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
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Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 26847, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 26847, WV include Petersburg Elementary School and Petersburg High School.
How many public schools are located in 26847?
3 public schools are located in 26847.
What percentage of students in 26847 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 26847 are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 26847?
26847 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).