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Best Schools in Glen Dale, West Virginia

2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High

Public: 2
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.5/10
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Use this page to compare every school in Glen Dale by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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John Marshall High School

7.3/10

High · Marshall County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Glen Dale Elementary School

5.7/10

Elementary · Marshall County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Schools

2

in this city

Avg Score

6.5

out of 10

Median Home

$202,400

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Glen Dale

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 John Marshall High School 7.3 / 10
2 Glen Dale Elementary School 5.7 / 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
6.5/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$88,409

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$202,400

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
40%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
21 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
91%

Of occupied housing units

How Glen Dale compares

Median household income

$88k

152% of West Virginia median

About Schools in Glen Dale, West Virginia

Glen Dale, 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 6.5 out of 10, schools in Glen Dale 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 Glen Dale is John Marshall High School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Glen Dale is served by 1 school district: MARSHALL COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 4,159 students.

Glen Dale's community shows 40% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $88,409. The poverty rate in the area is 4.3%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 212 students · Pre-K–5th 5.7

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 1,067 students · 9th–12th 7.3

Schools in Glen Dale

Glen Dale, West Virginia · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$88,409

Median Home Value

$202,400

Median Rent

$907/mo

Population

2,926

College Educated

40%

Homeownership

91%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Community Profile

Glen Dale has a median household income of $88,409. It is a well-educated community where 40% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $202,400, with a median rent of $907/month. The local poverty rate of 4.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Glen Dale, West Virginia

How many schools are in Glen Dale, West Virginia?

Glen Dale has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Glen Dale, West Virginia?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Glen Dale is 6.5 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 Glen Dale, West Virginia?

The top-ranked school in Glen Dale on MySchoolScout is John Marshall High School with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Glen Dale, West Virginia?

The top-ranked elementary school in Glen Dale on MySchoolScout is Glen Dale Elementary School with a composite score of 5.7/10.

What is the best high school in Glen Dale, West Virginia?

The top-ranked high school in Glen Dale on MySchoolScout is John Marshall High School with a composite score of 7.3/10.

How many school districts serve Glen Dale, West Virginia?

Glen Dale is served by 1 school district: Marshall County Schools.

What is the education level in Glen Dale, West Virginia?

According to Census data, 40% of adults in Glen Dale have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Glen Dale, West Virginia?

The median household income in Glen Dale is approximately $88,409 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Glen Dale, West Virginia?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Glen Dale is 11.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Glen Dale, 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.