For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 1,202 students in Marshall County, WV.
The top-ranked public preschools in Marshall County, WV are Glen Dale Elementary School, Center Mcmechen Elementary School and Washington Lands Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Marshall County, WV public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the West Virginia public pre school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 41% statewide average). Pre schools in Marshall County have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of West Virginia public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public preschool average of 11% (majority Black).
Best Public Preschools in Marshall County (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glen Dale Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
407 7th St
Glen Dale, WV 26038
(304) 843-4427
Glen Dale, WV 26038
(304) 843-4427
Gr: PK-5 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Center Mcmechen Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
800 Marshall St
Mcmechen, WV 26040
(304) 232-6530
Mcmechen, WV 26040
(304) 232-6530
Gr: PK-5 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Washington Lands Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
116 School Rd
Moundsville, WV 26041
(304) 843-4420
Moundsville, WV 26041
(304) 843-4420
Gr: PK-5 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #44.
Cameron Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12 Church St
Cameron, WV 26033
(304) 686-3305
Cameron, WV 26033
(304) 686-3305
Gr: PK-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: n/an/a
119 Tiger Ln
Moundsville, WV 26041
(304) 843-4431
Moundsville, WV 26041
(304) 843-4431
Gr: PK-2 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Marshall County Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
John Marshall Adult Prep (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
John Marshall High School, 130
Glen Dale, WV 26038
(304) 843-4444
Glen Dale, WV 26038
(304) 843-4444
Rr 1 Box 245
Moundsville, WV 26041
(304) 843-4429
Moundsville, WV 26041
(304) 843-4429
Gr: K-6 | 148 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rd#2 Box 1
Moundsville, WV 26041
(304) 843-4105
Moundsville, WV 26041
(304) 843-4105
Gr: 3-5
1600 Third Street
Moundsville, WV 26041
(304) 843-4435
Moundsville, WV 26041
(304) 843-4435
Gr: K-6 | 253 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
1690 Marshall St S
Benwood, WV 26031
(304) 232-7190
Benwood, WV 26031
(304) 232-7190
Gr: 7-9 | 56 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Marshall County, WV?
The top-ranked public preschools in Marshall County, WV include Glen Dale Elementary School, Center Mcmechen Elementary School and Washington Lands Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Marshall County?
5 public preschools are located in Marshall County.
What is the racial composition of students in Marshall County?
Marshall County public preschools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public preschools average of 11% (majority Black).
Which public preschools in Marshall County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Marshall County include: Washington Lands Elementary School vs. Glen Dale Elementary School, Mcninch Primary School vs. Glen Dale Elementary School, Mcninch Primary School vs. Washington Lands Elementary School