Best Schools in Romney, West Virginia
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Romney?
Use this page to compare every school in Romney by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Romney Elementary School
Elementary · Hampshire County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Romney Middle School
Middle · Hampshire County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Hampshire Senior High School
High · Hampshire County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Romney for 2026 are Romney Elementary School (6.5/10), Romney Middle School (5.0/10), and Hampshire Senior High School (4.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$191,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
4
in this city
Avg Score
5.0
out of 10
Median Home
$191,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Romney
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Romney Elementary School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Romney Middle School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Hampshire Senior High School | 4.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Wv School for the Deaf & the Blind | 4.0 / 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
- 5.0/10
- Median household income
- $51,066
- Median home value
- $191,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Romney compares
West Virginia rank
#62 of 66
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.3
below West Virginia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$51k
88% of West Virginia median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Romney, West Virginia
Romney, West Virginia is home to 4 schools, including 4 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.0 out of 10, schools in Romney 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 Romney is Romney Elementary School with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Romney is served by 2 school districts: HAMPSHIRE COUNTY SCHOOLS, WV SCHOOLS FOR THE DEAF AND THE BLIND. These districts collectively serve 2,785 students.
Romney's community shows 22% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $51,066. The poverty rate in the area is 15.8%.
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 | 475 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.5 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 345 students · 6th–8th | 5.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 824 students · 7th–12th | 4.4 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 50 students · Pre-K–12th | 4.0 |
Schools in Romney
Romney, West Virginia · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$51,066
Median Home Value
$191,700
Median Rent
$586/mo
Population
7,020
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
70%
Poverty Rate
15.8%
Community Profile
Romney has a median household income of $51,066. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $191,700, with a median rent of $586/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.8%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- West Virginia
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Romney, West Virginia
How many schools are in Romney, West Virginia?
Romney has 4 schools, including 4 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Romney, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Romney is 5.0 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 Romney, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Romney on MySchoolScout is Romney Elementary School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Romney, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Romney on MySchoolScout is Romney Elementary School with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Romney, West Virginia?
The top-ranked middle school in Romney on MySchoolScout is Romney Middle School with a composite score of 5.0/10.
What is the best high school in Romney, West Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Romney on MySchoolScout is Hampshire Senior High School with a composite score of 4.4/10.
How many school districts serve Romney, West Virginia?
Romney is served by 2 school districts: Hampshire County Schools, Wv Schools for the Deaf and the Blind.
What is the education level in Romney, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Romney have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Romney, West Virginia?
The median household income in Romney is approximately $51,066 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Romney, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Romney is 13.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Romney, 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.