Best Schools in Miami, West Virginia
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Sharon Dawes Elementary School
Elementary · Kanawha County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.0
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.0
out of 10
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Miami
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 | Sharon Dawes Elementary School | 9.0 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 9.0/10
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 7%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 100%
100% of schools rated 7+
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
About Schools in Miami, West Virginia
Miami, West Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 9.0 out of 10, schools in Miami 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 Miami is Sharon Dawes Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Miami is served by 1 school district: KANAWHA COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 23,433 students.
Miami's community shows 7% bachelor's degree attainment. The poverty rate in the area is 0.0%.
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 | 151 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.0 |
Schools in Miami
Miami, West Virginia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Population
508
College Educated
7%
Homeownership
100%
Poverty Rate
0.0%
Community Profile
It is a community where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The local poverty rate of 0.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- West Virginia
- Elementary
- 1
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Miami, West Virginia
How many schools are in Miami, West Virginia?
Miami has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Miami, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Miami is 9.0 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 Miami, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Miami on MySchoolScout is Sharon Dawes Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Miami, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Miami on MySchoolScout is Sharon Dawes Elementary School with a composite score of 9.0/10.
How many school districts serve Miami, West Virginia?
Miami is served by 1 school district: Kanawha County Schools.
What is the education level in Miami, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 7% of adults in Miami have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Miami, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Miami is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Miami, 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.