Best Schools in Grafton, West Virginia
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Grafton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Taylor County Middle School
Middle · Taylor County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Grafton High School
High · Taylor County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Anna Jarvis Elementary School
Elementary · Taylor County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Grafton for 2026 are Taylor County Middle School (5.7/10), Grafton High School (4.9/10), and Anna Jarvis Elementary School (4.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$129,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$129,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Grafton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taylor County Middle School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Grafton High School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Anna Jarvis Elementary School | 4.3 / 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
- 5.0/10
- Median household income
- $55,250
- Median home value
- $129,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Grafton compares
West Virginia rank
#63 of 66
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.4
below West Virginia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$55k
95% of West Virginia median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Grafton, West Virginia
Grafton, West Virginia is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.0 out of 10, schools in Grafton 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 Grafton is Taylor County Middle School with a composite score of 5.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Grafton is served by 1 school district: TAYLOR COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 2,164 students.
Grafton's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $55,250. The poverty rate in the area is 16.1%.
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 | 477 students · Pre-K–4th | 4.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 651 students · 5th–8th | 5.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 666 students · 9th–12th | 4.9 |
Schools in Grafton
Grafton, West Virginia · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$55,250
Median Home Value
$129,300
Median Rent
$472/mo
Population
10,101
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
16.1%
Community Profile
Grafton has a median household income of $55,250. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $129,300, with a median rent of $472/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.1%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- West Virginia
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Grafton, West Virginia
How many schools are in Grafton, West Virginia?
Grafton has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Grafton, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Grafton is 5.0 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 Grafton, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Grafton on MySchoolScout is Taylor County Middle School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Grafton, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Grafton on MySchoolScout is Anna Jarvis Elementary School with a composite score of 4.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Grafton, West Virginia?
The top-ranked middle school in Grafton on MySchoolScout is Taylor County Middle School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best high school in Grafton, West Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Grafton on MySchoolScout is Grafton High School with a composite score of 4.9/10.
How many school districts serve Grafton, West Virginia?
Grafton is served by 1 school district: Taylor County Schools.
What is the education level in Grafton, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Grafton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Grafton, West Virginia?
The median household income in Grafton is approximately $55,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Grafton, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Grafton is 13.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Grafton, 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.