For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 435 students in 25524, WV.
The top-ranked public schools in 25524, WV are Hugh Dingess Elementary School and Harts Pk-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 25524 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 25524, WV have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best 25524, WV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hugh Dingess Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
29 Hugh Dingess Elementary Sch
Harts, WV 25524
(304) 855-6600
Harts, WV 25524
(304) 855-6600
Gr: PK-4 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 1%
Rank: #22.
Harts Pk-8
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1246 Mcclellan Hwy
Harts, WV 25524
(304) 855-3173
Harts, WV 25524
(304) 855-3173
Gr: PK-8 | 347 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 25524, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 25524, WV include Hugh Dingess Elementary School and Harts Pk-8.
How many public schools are located in 25524?
2 public schools are located in 25524.
What is the racial composition of students in 25524?
25524 public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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