Best Schools in Fairdale, West Virginia
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Fairdale Elementary School
Elementary · Raleigh County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$70,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$70,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Fairdale
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 | Fairdale Elementary School | 7.4 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.4/10
- Median home value
- $70,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 69%
100% of schools rated 7+
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
About Schools in Fairdale, West Virginia
Fairdale, West Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.4 out of 10, schools in Fairdale 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 Fairdale is Fairdale Elementary School with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fairdale is served by 1 school district: RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 10,604 students.
Fairdale's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment. The poverty rate in the area is 15.2%.
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 | 399 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 |
Schools in Fairdale
Fairdale, West Virginia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Home Value
$70,600
Population
453
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
69%
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Community Profile
It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $70,600. The area has a poverty rate of 15.2%. 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 Fairdale, West Virginia
How many schools are in Fairdale, West Virginia?
Fairdale has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fairdale, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fairdale is 7.4 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 Fairdale, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Fairdale on MySchoolScout is Fairdale Elementary School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fairdale, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fairdale on MySchoolScout is Fairdale Elementary School with a composite score of 7.4/10.
How many school districts serve Fairdale, West Virginia?
Fairdale is served by 1 school district: Raleigh County Schools.
What is the education level in Fairdale, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in Fairdale have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fairdale, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fairdale is 18.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fairdale, 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.