8.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Pound, Virginia

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.0/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.0/10
Median household income: $42,344
Median home value: $98,900
Bachelor's degree or higher: 10%
Avg commute: 31 min
Owner-occupied homes: 85%

How Pound compares

Median household income

$42k

48% of Virginia median

About Schools in Pound, Virginia

Pound, Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 8.0 out of 10, schools in Pound perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Pound is J.w. Adams Combined with a composite score of 8.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Pound is served by 1 school district: Wise County Public Schools. These districts collectively serve 5,883 students.

Pound's community shows 10% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $42,344. The poverty rate in the area is 15.5%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	J.W. Adams Combined 512 students · Pre-K–8th	512	Pre-K–8th	8.0

Schools in Pound

Pound, Virginia · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$42,344

Median Home Value

$98,900

Median Rent

$666/mo

Population

4,679

College Educated

10%

Homeownership

85%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

15.5%

Community Profile

Pound has a median household income of $42,344. It is a community where 10% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $98,900, with a median rent of $666/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.5%. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Virginia
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.0/10

Resources

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School District

Wise County Public Schools

13 schools · 5,883 students

Nearby Cities

Clintwood (3 schools)

11 mi

Coeburn (3 schools)

13 mi

Big Stone Gap (3 schools)

Nickelsville (2 schools)

25 mi

Clinchport (1 school)

27 mi

Castlewood (4 schools)

Gate City (5 schools)

33 mi

Weber City (1 school)

34 mi

Other Major Cities in Virginia

Top metros statewide by school count.

Richmond 138 schools Virginia Beach 115 schools Alexandria 87 schools Norfolk 71 schools Chesapeake 65 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Pound, Virginia

How many schools are in Pound, Virginia?

Pound has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Pound, Virginia?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pound is 8.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Pound, Virginia?

The top-ranked school in Pound on MySchoolScout is J.w. Adams Combined with a composite score of 8.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Pound, Virginia?

The top-ranked elementary school in Pound on MySchoolScout is J.w. Adams Combined with a composite score of 8.0/10.

How many school districts serve Pound, Virginia?

Pound is served by 1 school district: Wise County Public Schools.

What is the education level in Pound, Virginia?

According to Census data, 10% of adults in Pound have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Pound, Virginia?

The median household income in Pound is approximately $42,344 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Pound, Virginia?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pound is 12.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pound, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.