For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 386 students in 26261, WV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 26261, WV are Cherry River Elementary School and Richwood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 26261 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 26261, WV have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26261, WV Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cherry River Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
190 Riverside Dr
Richwood, WV 26261
(304) 846-6646
Richwood, WV 26261
(304) 846-6646
Gr: PK-5 | 155 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #22.
Richwood Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16414 Webster Rd
Richwood, WV 26261
(304) 846-2638
Richwood, WV 26261
(304) 846-2638
Gr: 6-8 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 26261, WV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 26261, WV include Cherry River Elementary School and Richwood Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 26261?
2 public elementary schools are located in 26261.
What is the racial composition of students in 26261?
26261 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 12% (majority Black).