Best Schools in Matewan, West Virginia
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Matewan Pk8
Elementary · Mingo County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$91,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$91,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Matewan
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 | Matewan Pk8 | 7.1 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $40,000
- Median home value
- $91,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 6%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 64%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Matewan compares
Median household income
$40k
69% of West Virginia median
About Schools in Matewan, West Virginia
Matewan, West Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Matewan 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 Matewan is Matewan Pk8 with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Matewan is served by 1 school district: MINGO COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 3,553 students.
Matewan's community shows 6% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $40,000. The poverty rate in the area is 32.9%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 398 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.1 |
Schools in Matewan
Matewan, West Virginia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$40,000
Median Home Value
$91,500
Median Rent
$381/mo
Population
1,410
College Educated
6%
Homeownership
64%
Poverty Rate
32.9%
Community Profile
Matewan has a median household income of $40,000. It is a community where 6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $91,500, with a median rent of $381/month. The area has a poverty rate of 32.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. 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 Matewan, West Virginia
How many schools are in Matewan, West Virginia?
Matewan has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Matewan, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Matewan is 7.1 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 Matewan, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Matewan on MySchoolScout is Matewan Pk8 with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Matewan, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Matewan on MySchoolScout is Matewan Pk8 with a composite score of 7.1/10.
How many school districts serve Matewan, West Virginia?
Matewan is served by 1 school district: Mingo County Schools.
What is the education level in Matewan, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 6% of adults in Matewan have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Matewan, West Virginia?
The median household income in Matewan is approximately $40,000 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Matewan, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Matewan is 14.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Matewan, 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.