For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 734 students in 26047, WV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 26047, WV are New Manchester Elementary School and Oak Glen Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 26047 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 26047, WV have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best 26047, WV Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New Manchester Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
128 Frankfort Rd
New Cumberland, WV 26047
(304) 564-3242
New Cumberland, WV 26047
(304) 564-3242
Gr: PK-4 | 269 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Oak Glen Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
39 Golden Bear Dr
New Cumberland, WV 26047
(304) 387-2363
New Cumberland, WV 26047
(304) 387-2363
Gr: 5-8 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 26047, WV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 26047, WV include New Manchester Elementary School and Oak Glen Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 26047?
2 public elementary schools are located in 26047.
What is the racial composition of students in 26047?
26047 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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