Best Schools in Avondale, West Virginia
1 schools · 1 Middle
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Sandy River Middle School
Middle · Mcdowell County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.3
out of 10
Median Home
$164,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
4.3
out of 10
Median Home
$164,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Avondale
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 | Sandy River Middle School | 4.3 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 4.3/10
- Median household income
- $61,895
- Median home value
- $164,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 63%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Avondale compares
Median household income
$62k
106% of West Virginia median
About Schools in Avondale, West Virginia
Avondale, West Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 4.3 out of 10, schools in Avondale show moderate performance 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 Avondale is Sandy River Middle School with a composite score of 4.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Avondale is served by 1 school district: MCDOWELL COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 2,444 students.
Avondale's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,895. The poverty rate in the area is 19.7%.
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.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 221 students · 6th–8th | 4.3 |
Schools in Avondale
Avondale, West Virginia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$61,895
Median Home Value
$164,300
Population
310
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
63%
Poverty Rate
19.7%
Community Profile
Avondale has a median household income of $61,895. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $164,300. The area has a poverty rate of 19.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Avondale, West Virginia
How many schools are in Avondale, West Virginia?
Avondale has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Avondale, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Avondale is 4.3 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 Avondale, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Avondale on MySchoolScout is Sandy River Middle School with a composite score of 4.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Avondale, West Virginia?
The top-ranked middle school in Avondale on MySchoolScout is Sandy River Middle School with a composite score of 4.3/10.
How many school districts serve Avondale, West Virginia?
Avondale is served by 1 school district: Mcdowell County Schools.
What is the education level in Avondale, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Avondale have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Avondale, West Virginia?
The median household income in Avondale is approximately $61,895 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Avondale, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Avondale is 14.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Avondale, 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.