For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 367 students in Reader, WV.
The top ranked public school in Reader, WV is Short Line School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Reader, WV public school have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Reader have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Reader, WV (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Short Line School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9817 Shortline Hwy
Reader, WV 26167
(304) 386-4115
Reader, WV 26167
(304) 386-4115
Grades: PK-8
| 367 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Reader, WV?
The top ranked public schools in Reader, WV include Short Line School.
How many public schools are located in Reader?
1 public schools are located in Reader.
What is the racial composition of students in Reader?
Reader public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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