Best Schools in Paw Paw, West Virginia
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Paw Paw Elementary School
Elementary · Morgan County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Paw Paw High School
High · Morgan County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$168,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$168,300
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Paw Paw
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 2). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Paw Paw Elementary School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Paw Paw High School | 5.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $61,415
- Median home value
- $168,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 83%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Paw Paw compares
Median household income
$61k
105% of West Virginia median
About Schools in Paw Paw, West Virginia
Paw Paw, West Virginia is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.1 out of 10, schools in Paw Paw 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 Paw Paw is Paw Paw Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Paw Paw is served by 1 school district: MORGAN COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 2,156 students.
Paw Paw's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,415. The poverty rate in the area is 7.4%.
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 | 79 students · Kindergarten–6th | 8.5 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 77 students · 7th–12th | 5.7 |
Schools in Paw Paw
Paw Paw, West Virginia · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$61,415
Median Home Value
$168,300
Median Rent
$785/mo
Population
3,087
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
83%
Poverty Rate
7.4%
Community Profile
Paw Paw has a median household income of $61,415. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $168,300, with a median rent of $785/month. The local poverty rate of 7.4% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- West Virginia
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in West Virginia
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Paw Paw, West Virginia
How many schools are in Paw Paw, West Virginia?
Paw Paw has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Paw Paw, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Paw Paw 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 Paw Paw, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Paw Paw on MySchoolScout is Paw Paw Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Paw Paw, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Paw Paw on MySchoolScout is Paw Paw Elementary School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best high school in Paw Paw, West Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Paw Paw on MySchoolScout is Paw Paw High School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
How many school districts serve Paw Paw, West Virginia?
Paw Paw is served by 1 school district: Morgan County Schools.
What is the education level in Paw Paw, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in Paw Paw have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Paw Paw, West Virginia?
The median household income in Paw Paw is approximately $61,415 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Paw Paw, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Paw Paw is 8.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Paw Paw, 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.