Best Schools in Birch River, West Virginia
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Birch River Elementary School
Elementary · Nicholas County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$96,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$96,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Birch River
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 | Birch River Elementary School | 6.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $43,750
- Median home value
- $96,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 71%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Birch River compares
Median household income
$44k
75% of West Virginia median
About Schools in Birch River, West Virginia
Birch River, West Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Birch River 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 Birch River is Birch River Elementary School with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Birch River is served by 1 school district: NICHOLAS COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 3,384 students.
Birch River's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $43,750. The poverty rate in the area is 11.8%.
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 | 78 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.8 |
Schools in Birch River
Birch River, West Virginia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$43,750
Median Home Value
$96,300
Median Rent
$741/mo
Population
811
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
71%
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Community Profile
Birch River has a median household income of $43,750. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $96,300, with a median rent of $741/month. The area has a poverty rate of 11.8%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- West Virginia
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Birch River, West Virginia
How many schools are in Birch River, West Virginia?
Birch River has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Birch River, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Birch River is 6.8 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 Birch River, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Birch River on MySchoolScout is Birch River Elementary School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Birch River, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Birch River on MySchoolScout is Birch River Elementary School with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Birch River, West Virginia?
Birch River is served by 1 school district: Nicholas County Schools.
What is the education level in Birch River, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Birch River have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Birch River, West Virginia?
The median household income in Birch River is approximately $43,750 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Birch River, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Birch River is 9.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Birch River, 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.