For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public school serving 211 students in Marlinton, WV.
The top ranked public school in Marlinton, WV is Marlinton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marlinton, WV public school have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Marlinton have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Marlinton, WV (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marlinton Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
926 5th Ave
Marlinton, WV 24954
(304) 799-6551
Marlinton, WV 24954
(304) 799-6551
Gr: PK-5 | 211 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Marlinton, WV?
The top ranked public schools in Marlinton, WV include Marlinton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Marlinton?
1 public schools are located in Marlinton.
What is the racial composition of students in Marlinton?
Marlinton public schools minority enrollment is 1% 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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