For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 545 students in Smithers, WV.
Smithers, WV public school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%).
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Smithers, WV (2026)
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1 Greyhound Lane
Smithers, WV 25186
(304) 442-8284
Smithers, WV 25186
(304) 442-8284
Gr: PK-8 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public schools are located in Smithers, WV?
1 public schools are located in Smithers, WV.
What is the racial composition of students in Smithers?
Smithers public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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