For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 326 students in 26159, WV.
The top ranked public schools in 26159, WV are Paden City High School and Paden City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 26159 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 26159, WV have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26159, WV ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Paden City High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
201 N 4th Ave
Paden City, WV 26159
(304) 337-2266
Paden City, WV 26159
(304) 337-2266
Grades: 7-12
| 160 students
Rank: #22.
Paden City Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
510 N 2nd Ave
Paden City, WV 26159
(304) 337-2221
Paden City, WV 26159
(304) 337-2221
Grades: PK-6
| 166 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 26159, WV?
The top ranked public schools in 26159, WV include Paden City High School and Paden City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 26159?
2 public schools are located in 26159.
What is the racial composition of students in 26159?
26159 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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