For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,179 students in 26187, WV (there are , serving 284 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 26187, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top-ranked public schools in 26187, WV are Williamstown Elementary School and Williamstown High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 26187 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 26187, WV have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26187, WV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Williamstown Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
430 Caroline Ave
Williamstown, WV 26187
(304) 375-7675
Williamstown, WV 26187
(304) 375-7675
Gr: PK-5 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Williamstown High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
219 W 5th St
Williamstown, WV 26187
(304) 375-6151
Williamstown, WV 26187
(304) 375-6151
Gr: 6-12 | 639 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 26187, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 26187, WV include Williamstown Elementary School and Williamstown High School.
How many public schools are located in 26187?
2 public schools are located in 26187.
What percentage of students in 26187 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 26187 are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in 26187?
26187 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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