Best Schools in Left Hand, West Virginia
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Geary Elementary/middle School
Elementary · Roane County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$187,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.3
out of 10
Median Home
$187,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Left Hand
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 | Geary Elementary/middle School | 5.3 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.3/10
- Median household income
- $51,939
- Median home value
- $187,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 11%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Left Hand compares
Median household income
$52k
89% of West Virginia median
About Schools in Left Hand, West Virginia
Left Hand, West Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Left Hand 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 Left Hand is Geary Elementary/middle School with a composite score of 5.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Left Hand is served by 1 school district: ROANE COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 1,693 students.
Left Hand's community shows 11% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $51,939. The poverty rate in the area is 3.4%.
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 | 199 students · Pre-K–8th | 5.3 |
Schools in Left Hand
Left Hand, West Virginia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$51,939
Median Home Value
$187,100
Median Rent
$650/mo
Population
564
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
74%
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Community Profile
Left Hand has a median household income of $51,939. It is a community where 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $187,100, with a median rent of $650/month. The local poverty rate of 3.4% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- West Virginia
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Left Hand, West Virginia
How many schools are in Left Hand, West Virginia?
Left Hand has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Left Hand, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Left Hand is 5.3 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 Left Hand, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Left Hand on MySchoolScout is Geary Elementary/middle School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Left Hand, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Left Hand on MySchoolScout is Geary Elementary/middle School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
How many school districts serve Left Hand, West Virginia?
Left Hand is served by 1 school district: Roane County Schools.
What is the education level in Left Hand, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 11% of adults in Left Hand have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Left Hand, West Virginia?
The median household income in Left Hand is approximately $51,939 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Left Hand, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Left Hand is 9.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Left Hand, 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.