Best Schools in Lookout, West Virginia
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Divide Elementary
Elementary · Fayette County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.9
out of 10
Median Home
$127,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
3.9
out of 10
Median Home
$127,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Lookout
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 | Divide Elementary | 3.9 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 3.9/10
- Median household income
- $52,035
- Median home value
- $127,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 96%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Lookout compares
Median household income
$52k
89% of West Virginia median
About Schools in Lookout, West Virginia
Lookout, West Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 3.9 out of 10, schools in Lookout face significant challenges 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 Lookout is Divide Elementary with a composite score of 3.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Lookout is served by 1 school district: FAYETTE COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 5,433 students.
Lookout's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $52,035. The poverty rate in the area is 6.8%.
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 | 198 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.9 |
Schools in Lookout
Lookout, West Virginia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$52,035
Median Home Value
$127,400
Population
629
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
96%
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Community Profile
Lookout has a median household income of $52,035. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $127,400. The local poverty rate of 6.8% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- West Virginia
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Lookout, West Virginia
How many schools are in Lookout, West Virginia?
Lookout has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Lookout, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Lookout is 3.9 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 Lookout, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Lookout on MySchoolScout is Divide Elementary with a composite score of 3.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Lookout, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Lookout on MySchoolScout is Divide Elementary with a composite score of 3.9/10.
How many school districts serve Lookout, West Virginia?
Lookout is served by 1 school district: Fayette County Schools.
What is the education level in Lookout, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Lookout have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Lookout, West Virginia?
The median household income in Lookout is approximately $52,035 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Lookout, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Lookout is 16.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Lookout, 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.