For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private schools serving 124 students in 26101, WV (there are 14 public schools, serving 6,529 public students). 2% of all K-12 students in 26101, WV are educated in private schools (compared to the WV state average of 5%).
The average acceptance rate is 100%, which is higher than the West Virginia private school average acceptance rate of 83%.
100% of private schools in 26101, WV are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Seventh Day Adventist).
Private Schools in 26101, WV (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Parkersburg Academy
(Seventh Day Adventist)
1800 38th Street
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 485-6901
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 485-6901
Gr: PK-9 | 35 students
Parkersburg Catholic Elementary School
(Catholic)
810 Juliana St
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 422-6694
Parkersburg, WV 26101
(304) 422-6694
Gr: PK-6 | 89 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many private schools are located in 26101, WV?
2 private schools are located in 26101, WV.
What percentage of students in 26101 go to private school?
2% of all K-12 students in 26101 are educated in private schools (compared to the WV state average of 5%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 26101?
100% of private schools in 26101 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Seventh Day Adventist).
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