Best Schools in Elk Garden, West Virginia
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Elk Garden School
Elementary · Mineral County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
2.8
out of 10
Median Home
$87,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
2.8
out of 10
Median Home
$87,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Elk Garden
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 | Elk Garden School | 2.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 2.8/10
- Median household income
- $65,833
- Median home value
- $87,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 97%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Elk Garden compares
Median household income
$66k
113% of West Virginia median
About Schools in Elk Garden, West Virginia
Elk Garden, West Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 2.8 out of 10, schools in Elk Garden 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 Elk Garden is Elk Garden School with a composite score of 2.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Elk Garden is served by 1 school district: MINERAL COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 3,964 students.
Elk Garden's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,833. The poverty rate in the area is 16.0%.
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 | 72 students · Pre-K–4th | 2.8 |
Schools in Elk Garden
Elk Garden, West Virginia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$65,833
Median Home Value
$87,800
Population
1,421
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
97%
Poverty Rate
16.0%
Community Profile
Elk Garden has a median household income of $65,833. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $87,800. The area has a poverty rate of 16.0%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Elk Garden, West Virginia
How many schools are in Elk Garden, West Virginia?
Elk Garden has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Elk Garden, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Elk Garden is 2.8 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 Elk Garden, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Elk Garden on MySchoolScout is Elk Garden School with a composite score of 2.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Elk Garden, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Elk Garden on MySchoolScout is Elk Garden School with a composite score of 2.8/10.
How many school districts serve Elk Garden, West Virginia?
Elk Garden is served by 1 school district: Mineral County Schools.
What is the education level in Elk Garden, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in Elk Garden have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Elk Garden, West Virginia?
The median household income in Elk Garden is approximately $65,833 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Elk Garden, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Elk Garden is 9.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Elk Garden, 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.