Best 26159 West Virginia Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 160 students in 26159, WV.
The top-ranked public high school in 26159, WV is Paden City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 26159 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the West Virginia public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 26159, WV have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 26159 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is less than the West Virginia average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Paden City High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in West Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public high school average of 12% (majority Black).

Best 26159, WV Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paden City High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
201 N 4th Ave
Paden City, WV 26159
(304) 337-2266
Gr: 7-12 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 26159, WV?
The top-ranked public high schools in 26159, WV include Paden City High School.
How many public high schools are located in 26159?
1 public high schools are located in 26159.
What is the racial composition of students in 26159?
26159 public high schools minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public high schools average of 12% (majority Black).

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