Best Schools in Bradshaw, West Virginia
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Bradshaw by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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River View High School
High · Mcdowell County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Bradshaw Elementary School
Elementary · Mcdowell County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
3.5
out of 10
Median Home
$50,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
3.5
out of 10
Median Home
$50,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Bradshaw
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | River View High School | 3.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Bradshaw Elementary School | 3.1 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 3.5/10
- Median household income
- $26,295
- Median home value
- $50,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 4%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Bradshaw compares
Median household income
$26k
45% of West Virginia median
About Schools in Bradshaw, West Virginia
Bradshaw, West Virginia is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 3.5 out of 10, schools in Bradshaw face significant challenges 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 Bradshaw is River View High School with a composite score of 3.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bradshaw is served by 1 school district: MCDOWELL COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 2,444 students.
Bradshaw's community shows 4% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $26,295. The poverty rate in the area is 15.3%.
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 | 256 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 397 students · 9th–12th | 3.9 |
Schools in Bradshaw
Bradshaw, West Virginia · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$26,295
Median Home Value
$50,100
Median Rent
$538/mo
Population
1,825
College Educated
4%
Homeownership
84%
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Community Profile
Bradshaw has a median household income of $26,295. It is a community where 4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $50,100, with a median rent of $538/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.3%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- West Virginia
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in West Virginia
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Bradshaw, West Virginia
How many schools are in Bradshaw, West Virginia?
Bradshaw has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bradshaw, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bradshaw is 3.5 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 Bradshaw, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Bradshaw on MySchoolScout is River View High School with a composite score of 3.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bradshaw, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bradshaw on MySchoolScout is Bradshaw Elementary School with a composite score of 3.1/10.
What is the best high school in Bradshaw, West Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Bradshaw on MySchoolScout is River View High School with a composite score of 3.9/10.
How many school districts serve Bradshaw, West Virginia?
Bradshaw is served by 1 school district: Mcdowell County Schools.
What is the education level in Bradshaw, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 4% of adults in Bradshaw have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bradshaw, West Virginia?
The median household income in Bradshaw is approximately $26,295 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bradshaw, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bradshaw is 16.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bradshaw, 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.