For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 961 students in 26431, WV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 26431, WV are Big Elm Elementary School and Lincoln Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 26431 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 26431, WV have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best 26431, WV Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Elm Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 Tetrick Rd
Shinnston, WV 26431
(304) 326-7280
Shinnston, WV 26431
(304) 326-7280
Gr: PK-5 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
78 Jerry Toth Dr
Shinnston, WV 26431
(304) 326-7540
Shinnston, WV 26431
(304) 326-7540
Gr: 6-8 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 26431, WV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 26431, WV include Big Elm Elementary School and Lincoln Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 26431?
2 public elementary schools are located in 26431.
What is the racial composition of students in 26431?
26431 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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