Best Schools in Keyser, West Virginia
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Keyser by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Fountain Primary School
Elementary · Mineral County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Keyser Middle School
Middle · Mineral County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Keyser High School
High · Mineral 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 Keyser for 2026 are Fountain Primary School (7.3/10), Keyser Middle School (5.4/10), and Keyser High School (5.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$168,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.4
out of 10
Median Home
$168,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Keyser
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fountain Primary School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Keyser Middle School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Keyser High School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Keyser Primary School | 3.9 / 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
- 5.4/10
- Median household income
- $68,189
- Median home value
- $168,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Avg commute
- 25 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Keyser compares
West Virginia rank
#55 of 66
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.9
below West Virginia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$68k
117% of West Virginia median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Keyser, West Virginia
Keyser, West Virginia is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.4 out of 10, schools in Keyser 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 Keyser is Fountain Primary School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Keyser is served by 1 school district: MINERAL COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 3,964 students.
Keyser's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $68,189. The poverty rate in the area is 14.9%.
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 | 112 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.3 |
| 2 | 556 students · Pre-K–4th | 3.9 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 689 students · 5th–8th | 5.4 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 662 students · 9th–12th | 5.0 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 students · 1st–12th | — |
Schools in Keyser
Keyser, West Virginia · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$68,189
Median Home Value
$168,400
Median Rent
$629/mo
Population
12,619
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Community Profile
Keyser has a median household income of $68,189. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $168,400, with a median rent of $629/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.9%. The average commute for residents is 25 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- West Virginia
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Keyser, West Virginia
How many schools are in Keyser, West Virginia?
Keyser has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Keyser, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Keyser is 5.4 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 Keyser, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Keyser on MySchoolScout is Fountain Primary School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Keyser, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Keyser on MySchoolScout is Fountain Primary School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Keyser, West Virginia?
The top-ranked middle school in Keyser on MySchoolScout is Keyser Middle School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
What is the best high school in Keyser, West Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Keyser on MySchoolScout is Keyser High School with a composite score of 5.0/10.
How many school districts serve Keyser, West Virginia?
Keyser is served by 1 school district: Mineral County Schools.
What is the education level in Keyser, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Keyser have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Keyser, West Virginia?
The median household income in Keyser is approximately $68,189 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Keyser, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Keyser is 11.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Keyser, 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.