For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,993 students in 26726, WV.
The top-ranked public schools in 26726, WV are Fountain Primary School, Keyser High School and Keyser Primary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 26726 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 26726, WV have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best 26726, WV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fountain Primary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
289 Fountain School Rd
Keyser, WV 26726
(304) 788-4215
Keyser, WV 26726
(304) 788-4215
Gr: PK-4 | 123 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Keyser High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
328 One Tornado Way
Keyser, WV 26726
(304) 788-4230
Keyser, WV 26726
(304) 788-4230
Gr: 9-12 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Keyser Primary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1123 Harley O Staggers Dr
Keyser, WV 26726
(304) 788-4508
Keyser, WV 26726
(304) 788-4508
Gr: PK-4 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #44.
Keyser Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
879 Harley O Staggers Dr
Keyser, WV 26726
(304) 788-4220
Keyser, WV 26726
(304) 788-4220
Gr: 5-8 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Mineral County Alternative Program
Alternative School
89 Baker Pl
Keyser, WV 26726
(304) 788-4213
Keyser, WV 26726
(304) 788-4213
Gr: K-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Rank: n/an/a
Mineral County Technical Center
Vocational School
981 Harley O Staggers Dr
Keyser, WV 26726
(304) 788-4240
Keyser, WV 26726
(304) 788-4240
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 26726, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 26726, WV include Fountain Primary School, Keyser High School and Keyser Primary School.
How many public schools are located in 26726?
6 public schools are located in 26726.
What is the racial composition of students in 26726?
26726 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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