Best Schools in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle
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Use this page to compare every school in Harpers Ferry by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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C. W. Shipley Elementary School
Elementary · Jefferson County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Harpers Ferry Middle School
Middle · Jefferson County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Blue Ridge Elementary School
Elementary · Jefferson 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 Harpers Ferry for 2026 are C. W. Shipley Elementary School (8.1/10), Harpers Ferry Middle School (8.0/10), and Blue Ridge Elementary School (7.2/10), 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
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$303,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.8
out of 10
Median Home
$303,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Harpers Ferry
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 | C. W. Shipley Elementary School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Harpers Ferry Middle School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Blue Ridge Elementary School | 7.2 / 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
- 7.8/10
- Median household income
- $90,059
- Median home value
- $303,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Avg commute
- 44 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Harpers Ferry compares
West Virginia rank
#1 of 66
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.4
above West Virginia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$90k
155% of West Virginia median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
Harpers Ferry, West Virginia is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school.
With an average rating of 7.8 out of 10, schools in Harpers Ferry 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 Harpers Ferry is C. W. Shipley Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Harpers Ferry is served by 1 school district: JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 8,245 students.
Harpers Ferry's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $90,059. The poverty rate in the area is 10.1%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 339 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 407 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 544 students · 6th–8th | 8.0 |
Schools in Harpers Ferry
Harpers Ferry, West Virginia · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$90,059
Median Home Value
$303,800
Median Rent
$1,173/mo
Population
13,404
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
44 min
Poverty Rate
10.1%
Community Profile
Harpers Ferry has a median household income of $90,059. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $303,800, with a median rent of $1,173/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.1%. The average commute in the area is 44 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- West Virginia
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia
How many schools are in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia?
Harpers Ferry has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Harpers Ferry is 7.8 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 Harpers Ferry, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Harpers Ferry on MySchoolScout is C. W. Shipley Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Harpers Ferry on MySchoolScout is C. W. Shipley Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia?
The top-ranked middle school in Harpers Ferry on MySchoolScout is Harpers Ferry Middle School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Harpers Ferry, West Virginia?
Harpers Ferry is served by 1 school district: Jefferson County Schools.
What is the education level in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Harpers Ferry have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia?
The median household income in Harpers Ferry is approximately $90,059 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Harpers Ferry is 14.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Harpers Ferry, 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.