Best Schools in Buckeye, West Virginia
1 schools · 1 Middle
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Marlinton Middle School
Middle · Pocahontas County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.8
out of 10
Median Home
$157,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
8.8
out of 10
Median Home
$157,200
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Buckeye
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 | Marlinton Middle School | 8.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 8.8/10
- Median household income
- $45,192
- Median home value
- $157,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 88%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Buckeye compares
Median household income
$45k
78% of West Virginia median
About Schools in Buckeye, West Virginia
Buckeye, West Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 8.8 out of 10, schools in Buckeye 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 Buckeye is Marlinton Middle School with a composite score of 8.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Buckeye is served by 1 school district: POCAHONTAS COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 921 students.
Buckeye's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $45,192. The poverty rate in the area is 28.9%.
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 | 135 students · 6th–8th | 8.8 |
Schools in Buckeye
Buckeye, West Virginia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$45,192
Median Home Value
$157,200
Population
682
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
88%
Poverty Rate
28.9%
Community Profile
Buckeye has a median household income of $45,192. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $157,200. The area has a poverty rate of 28.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- West Virginia
- Middle
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Buckeye, West Virginia
How many schools are in Buckeye, West Virginia?
Buckeye has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Buckeye, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Buckeye is 8.8 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 Buckeye, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Buckeye on MySchoolScout is Marlinton Middle School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Buckeye, West Virginia?
The top-ranked middle school in Buckeye on MySchoolScout is Marlinton Middle School with a composite score of 8.8/10.
How many school districts serve Buckeye, West Virginia?
Buckeye is served by 1 school district: Pocahontas County Schools.
What is the education level in Buckeye, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Buckeye have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Buckeye, West Virginia?
The median household income in Buckeye is approximately $45,192 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Buckeye, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Buckeye is 12.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Buckeye, 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.