Best Schools in Ridgeley, West Virginia
2 schools · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Frankfort High School
High · Mineral County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Frankfort Middle School
Middle · Mineral County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$214,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$214,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ridgeley
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 | Frankfort High School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Frankfort Middle School | 5.3 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $76,445
- Median home value
- $214,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Ridgeley compares
Median household income
$76k
131% of West Virginia median
About Schools in Ridgeley, West Virginia
Ridgeley, West Virginia is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Ridgeley 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 Ridgeley is Frankfort High School with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ridgeley is served by 1 school district: MINERAL COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 3,964 students.
Ridgeley's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,445. The poverty rate in the area is 14.3%.
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.
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 499 students · 5th–8th | 5.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 476 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 |
Schools in Ridgeley
Ridgeley, West Virginia · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$76,445
Median Home Value
$214,400
Median Rent
$880/mo
Population
5,858
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
86%
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Community Profile
Ridgeley has a median household income of $76,445. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $214,400, with a median rent of $880/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.3%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- West Virginia
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Ridgeley, West Virginia
How many schools are in Ridgeley, West Virginia?
Ridgeley has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ridgeley, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ridgeley is 6.2 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 Ridgeley, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Ridgeley on MySchoolScout is Frankfort High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Ridgeley, West Virginia?
The top-ranked middle school in Ridgeley on MySchoolScout is Frankfort Middle School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best high school in Ridgeley, West Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Ridgeley on MySchoolScout is Frankfort High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Ridgeley, West Virginia?
Ridgeley is served by 1 school district: Mineral County Schools.
What is the education level in Ridgeley, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Ridgeley have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ridgeley, West Virginia?
The median household income in Ridgeley is approximately $76,445 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ridgeley, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ridgeley is 14.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ridgeley, 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.