Best Schools in Philippi, West Virginia
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Philippi by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Philippi Elementary School
Elementary · Barbour County Board of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Philippi Middle School
Middle · Barbour County Board of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Philip Barbour High School Complex
High · Barbour County Board of Education. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Philippi for 2026 are Philippi Elementary School (7.2/10), Philippi Middle School (6.0/10), and Philip Barbour High School Complex (5.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$136,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$136,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Philippi
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Philippi Elementary School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Philippi Middle School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Philip Barbour High School Complex | 5.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $48,740
- Median home value
- $136,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Avg commute
- 26 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 77%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Philippi compares
West Virginia rank
#40 of 66
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.2
below West Virginia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$49k
84% of West Virginia median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Philippi, West Virginia
Philippi, West Virginia is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Philippi 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 Philippi is Philippi Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Philippi is served by 1 school district: BARBOUR COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION. These districts collectively serve 2,083 students.
Philippi's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $48,740. The poverty rate in the area is 19.5%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 394 students · Pre-K–4th | 7.2 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Feed My Sheep Christian School
Private
21 students · Pre-K–7th | — | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 271 students · 5th–8th | 6.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 589 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 |
Schools in Philippi
Philippi, West Virginia · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$48,740
Median Home Value
$136,500
Median Rent
$792/mo
Population
7,157
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
19.5%
Community Profile
Philippi has a median household income of $48,740. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $136,500, with a median rent of $792/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.5%. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- West Virginia
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Philippi, West Virginia
How many schools are in Philippi, West Virginia?
Philippi has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Philippi, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Philippi is 6.1 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 Philippi, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Philippi on MySchoolScout is Philippi Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Philippi, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Philippi on MySchoolScout is Philippi Elementary School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Philippi, West Virginia?
The top-ranked middle school in Philippi on MySchoolScout is Philippi Middle School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best high school in Philippi, West Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Philippi on MySchoolScout is Philip Barbour High School Complex with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve Philippi, West Virginia?
Philippi is served by 1 school district: Barbour County Board of Education.
What is the education level in Philippi, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Philippi have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Philippi, West Virginia?
The median household income in Philippi is approximately $48,740 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Philippi, West Virginia?
Yes, Philippi has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Philippi, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Philippi is 12.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Philippi, 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.