For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 326 students in Paden City, WV.
The top ranked public schools in Paden City, WV are Paden City High School and Paden City Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Paden City, WV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Paden City have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 51±¬ÁÏs in Paden City, WV (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paden City High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
201 N 4th Ave
Paden City, WV 26159
(304) 337-2266
Paden City, WV 26159
(304) 337-2266
Gr: 7-12 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #22.
Paden City Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
510 N 2nd Ave
Paden City, WV 26159
(304) 337-2221
Paden City, WV 26159
(304) 337-2221
Gr: PK-6 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Paden City, WV?
The top ranked public schools in Paden City, WV include Paden City High School and Paden City Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Paden City?
2 public schools are located in Paden City.
What is the racial composition of students in Paden City?
Paden City public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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