Hancock County School District operates 64 schools (grades PK–12). Individual school names, addresses, and attendance zone boundaries are available directly from the district.
| Metric | Hancock County School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 33,000 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 64 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $12,500/yr (est.) | $13,700/yr | ≈ Near avg |
| District Type | Urban | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 7/10 — Good | — | Near average |
- New Manchester Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 269 students
- Oak Glen High School — Grades 9–12 · 469 students
- Weir High School — Grades 9–12 · 583 students
- A. T. Allison Elementary School — Grades PK–4 · 261 students
- Oak Glen Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 465 students
- John D. Rockefeller Career Center — Grades 9–12 · 0 students
- Weir Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 493 students
- Weirton Elementary — Grades PK–4 · 802 students
- Hancock Co Alternative Learning Center — Grades K–12 · 0 students
- John Adams Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 740 students
- Elkview Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 621 students
- Sissonville Middle School — Grades 5–8 · 521 students
- Andrew Jackson Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 488 students
- Hayes Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 464 students
- Du Pont Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 440 students
- Horace Mann Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 385 students
- West Side Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 374 students
- South New Manchester Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 354 students
- Dunbar Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 325 students
- McKinley Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 255 students
- East Bank Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 227 students
- George Washington High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,145 students
- Riverside High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,057 students
- Capital High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,051 students
- Saint Albans High School — Grades 9–12 · 882 students
- South New Manchester High School — Grades 9–12 · 874 students
- Nitro High School — Grades 9–12 · 818 students
- Herbert Hoover High School — Grades 9–12 · 782 students
- Sissonville High School — Grades 9–12 · 564 students
- KCS Alternative Learning — Grades K–12 · 134 students
About Hancock County School District
Hancock County School District is the public school district assigned to zip code 26056 in New Manchester, West Virginia. Serving students from K–12, this district is the primary public education system for families living in and around zip code 26056. The sections below cover the district’s resources, scale, rating, and everything families need to know about enrollment and school assignment.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Hancock County School District runs approximately $12,500 annually, placing it near the West Virginia state average of approximately $12,500 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Hancock County School District is a mid-sized district with 9 schools serving students from K–12. The district enrolls approximately 3,497 students in total. Mid-sized districts strike a balance between community-scale relationships and sufficient program breadth. Most offer core academic tracks, basic extracurricular programs, and adequate student support services.
Understanding the 7/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Hancock County School District 7 out of 10 — above average among West Virginia public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection. We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because West Virginia is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Hancock County School District earns an above-average rating, with reading and math proficiency rates stronger than most other districts in West Virginia. Above-average districts generally show solid and consistent academic results across their schools. Families considering this area will find a district with meaningful academic strengths. Research the specific schools assigned to your address — even above-average districts have variation between individual buildings.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 26056
Children in zip code 26056 are assigned to Hancock County School District for public school enrollment, covering grades K–12. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 26056, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Hancock County School District at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — West Virginia districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in New Manchester
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Hancock County School District serves zip code 26056, district assignment still factors into home-pricing comparisons between zip code 26056 and neighboring areas. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In West Virginia, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Hancock County School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 26056.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Hancock County School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 26056 data.