For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,323 students in 25311, WV.
The top-ranked public schools in 25311, WV are Capital High School and Ruffner Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 25311 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 25311, WV have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 25311, WV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Capital High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1500 Greenbrier St
Charleston, WV 25311
(304) 348-6500
Charleston, WV 25311
(304) 348-6500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,042 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Ruffner Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
809 Litz Dr
Charleston, WV 25311
(304) 348-1130
Charleston, WV 25311
(304) 348-1130
Gr: PK-5 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
25311, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
195c Rutledge Rd
Charleston, WV 25311
(304) 348-7701
Charleston, WV 25311
(304) 348-7701
Gr: K-5 | 129 students Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 25311, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 25311, WV include Capital High School and Ruffner Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 25311?
2 public schools are located in 25311.
What is the racial composition of students in 25311?
25311 public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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