Best Schools in Shady Spring, West Virginia
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Shady Spring by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Shady Spring Elementary
Elementary · Raleigh County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Shady Spring Middle School
Middle · Raleigh County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Shady Spring High
High · Raleigh 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 Shady Spring for 2026 are Shady Spring Elementary (7.4/10), Shady Spring Middle School (7.1/10), and Shady Spring High (5.6/10), 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$185,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.7
out of 10
Median Home
$185,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Shady Spring
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shady Spring Elementary | 7.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Shady Spring Middle School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Shady Spring High | 5.6 / 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
- 6.7/10
- Median household income
- $76,845
- Median home value
- $185,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 25%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 93%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Shady Spring compares
West Virginia rank
#21 of 66
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.4
above West Virginia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$77k
132% of West Virginia median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Shady Spring, West Virginia
Shady Spring, West Virginia is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.7 out of 10, schools in Shady Spring 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 Shady Spring is Shady Spring Elementary with a composite score of 7.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Shady Spring is served by 1 school district: RALEIGH COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 10,604 students.
Shady Spring's community shows 25% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $76,845. The poverty rate in the area is 14.7%.
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 | 420 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 606 students · 6th–8th | 7.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 786 students · 9th–12th | 5.6 |
Schools in Shady Spring
Shady Spring, West Virginia · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$76,845
Median Home Value
$185,600
Median Rent
$938/mo
Population
4,659
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
93%
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Community Profile
Shady Spring has a median household income of $76,845. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $185,600, with a median rent of $938/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.7%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- West Virginia
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Shady Spring, West Virginia
How many schools are in Shady Spring, West Virginia?
Shady Spring has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Shady Spring, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Shady Spring is 6.7 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 Shady Spring, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Shady Spring on MySchoolScout is Shady Spring Elementary with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Shady Spring, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Shady Spring on MySchoolScout is Shady Spring Elementary with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Shady Spring, West Virginia?
The top-ranked middle school in Shady Spring on MySchoolScout is Shady Spring Middle School with a composite score of 7.1/10.
What is the best high school in Shady Spring, West Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Shady Spring on MySchoolScout is Shady Spring High with a composite score of 5.6/10.
How many school districts serve Shady Spring, West Virginia?
Shady Spring is served by 1 school district: Raleigh County Schools.
What is the education level in Shady Spring, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 25% of adults in Shady Spring have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Shady Spring, West Virginia?
The median household income in Shady Spring is approximately $76,845 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Shady Spring, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Shady Spring is 15.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Shady Spring, 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.