For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,279 students in 26038, WV.
The top ranked public schools in 26038, WV are Glen Dale Elementary School and John Marshall High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 26038 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 26038, WV have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26038, WV 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (2025-26)
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.
John Marshall High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1300 Wheeling Ave
Glen Dale, WV 26038
(304) 843-4444
Glen Dale, WV 26038
(304) 843-4444
Gr: 9-12 | 1,067 student Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
26038, West Virginia 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 26038, WV?
The top ranked public schools in 26038, WV include Glen Dale Elementary School and John Marshall High School.
How many public schools are located in 26038?
2 public schools are located in 26038.
What is the racial composition of students in 26038?
26038 public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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