For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 825 students in Wayne, WV.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Wayne, WV are Wayne Elementary School and Wayne Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Wayne, WV public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the West Virginia public elementary school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Wayne have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Wayne, WV (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wayne Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
80 Mcginnis Drive
Wayne, WV 25570
(304) 272-6342
Wayne, WV 25570
(304) 272-6342
Gr: PK-5 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Wayne Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
200 Pioneer Road
Wayne, WV 25570
(304) 272-3227
Wayne, WV 25570
(304) 272-3227
Gr: 6-8 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Wayne, WV?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Wayne, WV include Wayne Elementary School and Wayne Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Wayne?
2 public elementary schools are located in Wayne.
What is the racial composition of students in Wayne?
Wayne public elementary schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is less than the West Virginia public elementary schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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