For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 631 students in Philippi, WV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Philippi, WV are Philippi Elementary School and Philippi Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Philippi, WV public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Philippi have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Philippi, WV (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Philippi Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
547 Cherry Hill Rd
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-4229
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-4229
Gr: PK-4 | 387 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Rank: #22.
Philippi Middle School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
611 Cherry Hill Rd
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-2999
Philippi, WV 26416
(304) 457-2999
Gr: 5-8 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Philippi, WV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Philippi, WV include Philippi Elementary School and Philippi Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Philippi?
2 public elementary schools are located in Philippi.
What is the racial composition of students in Philippi?
Philippi public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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