Best Schools in Aurora, West Virginia
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Aurora School
Elementary · Preston County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.7
out of 10
Median Home
$154,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.7
out of 10
Median Home
$154,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Aurora
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 | Aurora School | 8.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.7/10
- Median household income
- $55,230
- Median home value
- $154,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Aurora compares
Median household income
$55k
95% of West Virginia median
About Schools in Aurora, West Virginia
Aurora, West Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 8.7 out of 10, schools in Aurora 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 Aurora is Aurora School with a composite score of 8.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Aurora is served by 1 school district: PRESTON COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 3,949 students.
Aurora's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $55,230. The poverty rate in the area is 11.2%.
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 | 167 students · Pre-K–8th | 8.7 |
Schools in Aurora
Aurora, West Virginia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$55,230
Median Home Value
$154,300
Population
680
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
68%
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Community Profile
Aurora has a median household income of $55,230. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $154,300. The area has a poverty rate of 11.2%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- West Virginia
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Aurora, West Virginia
How many schools are in Aurora, West Virginia?
Aurora has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Aurora, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Aurora is 8.7 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 Aurora, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Aurora on MySchoolScout is Aurora School with a composite score of 8.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Aurora, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Aurora on MySchoolScout is Aurora School with a composite score of 8.7/10.
How many school districts serve Aurora, West Virginia?
Aurora is served by 1 school district: Preston County Schools.
What is the education level in Aurora, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Aurora have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Aurora, West Virginia?
The median household income in Aurora is approximately $55,230 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Aurora, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Aurora is 11.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Aurora, 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.