Best Schools in Honaker, Virginia
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Honaker by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Honaker High
High · Russell County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Honaker Elementary
Elementary · Russell County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Council High
High · Buchanan County Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Honaker for 2026 are Honaker High (8.1/10), Honaker Elementary (8.0/10), and Council High (7.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$96,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$96,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Honaker
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Honaker High | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Honaker Elementary | 8.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Council High | 7.5 / 10 |
| 4 | Council Elementary/middle | 6.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.5/10
- Median household income
- $39,678
- Median home value
- $96,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Avg commute
- 33 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
75% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Honaker compares
Virginia rank
#34 of 182
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.3
above Virginia avg (6.2)
Median household income
$40k
45% of Virginia median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Honaker, Virginia
Honaker, Virginia is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.5 out of 10, schools in Honaker perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Honaker is Honaker High with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Honaker is served by 2 school districts: Buchanan County Public Schools, Russell County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 5,832 students.
Honaker's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $39,678. The poverty rate in the area is 23.6%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 626 students · Pre-K–7th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 194 students · Pre-K–7th | 6.4 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 437 students · 8th–12th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 111 students · 8th–12th | 7.5 |
Schools in Honaker
Honaker, Virginia · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$39,678
Median Home Value
$96,500
Median Rent
$654/mo
Population
5,070
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
71%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
23.6%
Community Profile
Honaker has a median household income of $39,678. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $96,500, with a median rent of $654/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Virginia
- Elementary
- 2
- High
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Honaker, Virginia
How many schools are in Honaker, Virginia?
Honaker has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Honaker, Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Honaker is 7.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Honaker, Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Honaker on MySchoolScout is Honaker High with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Honaker, Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Honaker on MySchoolScout is Honaker Elementary with a composite score of 8.0/10.
What is the best high school in Honaker, Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Honaker on MySchoolScout is Honaker High with a composite score of 8.1/10.
How many school districts serve Honaker, Virginia?
Honaker is served by 2 school districts: Buchanan County Public Schools, Russell County Public Schools.
What is the education level in Honaker, Virginia?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in Honaker have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Honaker, Virginia?
The median household income in Honaker is approximately $39,678 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Honaker, Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Honaker is 11.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Honaker, Virginia?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Virginia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.