For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,124 students in 26155, WV.
The top-ranked public schools in 26155, WV are Magnolia High School and New Martinsville School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 26155 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in 26155, WV have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best 26155, WV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Magnolia High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
601 Maple Ave
New Martinsville, WV 26155
(304) 455-1990
New Martinsville, WV 26155
(304) 455-1990
Gr: 9-12 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
New Martinsville School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20 E Benjamin Dr
New Martinsville, WV 26155
(304) 455-2291
New Martinsville, WV 26155
(304) 455-2291
Gr: PK-8 | 837 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
Wetzel County Technical Education Center
Vocational School
2213 Mountaineer Hwy
New Martinsville, WV 26155
(304) 455-2441
New Martinsville, WV 26155
(304) 455-2441
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 26155, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 26155, WV include Magnolia High School and New Martinsville School.
How many public schools are located in 26155?
4 public schools are located in 26155.
What is the racial composition of students in 26155?
26155 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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