For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,163 students in West Union, WV.
The top ranked public schools in West Union, WV are Doddridge County Middle School, Doddridge County Elementary School and Doddridge County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Union, WV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in West Union have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in West Union, WV (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Doddridge County Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
65 Doddridge County School Rd
West Union, WV 26456
(304) 873-2390
West Union, WV 26456
(304) 873-2390
Grades: 5-8
| 325 students
Rank: #22.
Doddridge County Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
182 Doddridge County School Rd
West Union, WV 26456
(304) 873-3294
West Union, WV 26456
(304) 873-3294
Grades: 1-4
| 313 students
Rank: #33.
Doddridge County High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
79 Bulldog Dr
West Union, WV 26456
(304) 873-2521
West Union, WV 26456
(304) 873-2521
Grades: 9-12
| 344 students
Rank: n/an/a
289 Smithton Rd
West Union, WV 26456
(304) 873-3955
West Union, WV 26456
(304) 873-3955
Grades: PK-K
| 181 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in West Union, WV?
The top ranked public schools in West Union, WV include Doddridge County Middle School, Doddridge County Elementary School and Doddridge County High School.
How many public schools are located in West Union?
4 public schools are located in West Union.
What is the racial composition of students in West Union?
West Union public schools minority enrollment is 3% 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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