Best Schools in Alum Creek, West Virginia
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Midway Elementary School
Elementary · Lincoln County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$106,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$106,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Alum Creek
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Midway Elementary School | 7.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.5/10
- Median household income
- $61,031
- Median home value
- $106,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Alum Creek compares
Median household income
$61k
105% of West Virginia median
About Schools in Alum Creek, West Virginia
Alum Creek, West Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.5 out of 10, schools in Alum Creek 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 Alum Creek is Midway Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Alum Creek is served by 1 school district: LINCOLN COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 2,865 students.
Alum Creek's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,031. The poverty rate in the area is 16.6%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 255 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 |
Schools in Alum Creek
Alum Creek, West Virginia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$61,031
Median Home Value
$106,200
Median Rent
$738/mo
Population
1,734
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
69%
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Community Profile
Alum Creek has a median household income of $61,031. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $106,200, with a median rent of $738/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.6%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- State
- West Virginia
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Alum Creek, West Virginia
How many schools are in Alum Creek, West Virginia?
Alum Creek has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Alum Creek, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Alum Creek 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 Alum Creek, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Alum Creek on MySchoolScout is Midway Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Alum Creek, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Alum Creek on MySchoolScout is Midway Elementary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Alum Creek, West Virginia?
Alum Creek is served by 1 school district: Lincoln County Schools.
What is the education level in Alum Creek, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Alum Creek have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Alum Creek, West Virginia?
The median household income in Alum Creek is approximately $61,031 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Alum Creek, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Alum Creek is 12.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Alum Creek, West 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, West Virginia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.