Best Schools in Smithers, West Virginia
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Valley Pk-8
Elementary · Fayette County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$73,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$73,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Smithers
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Valley Pk-8 | 6.8 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $33,650
- Median home value
- $73,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 61%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Smithers compares
Median household income
$34k
58% of West Virginia median
About Schools in Smithers, West Virginia
Smithers, West Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Smithers 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 Smithers is Valley Pk-8 with a composite score of 6.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Smithers is served by 1 school district: FAYETTE COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 5,433 students.
Smithers's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $33,650. The poverty rate in the area is 34.6%.
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 | 527 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.8 |
Schools in Smithers
Smithers, West Virginia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$33,650
Median Home Value
$73,400
Median Rent
$496/mo
Population
925
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
61%
Poverty Rate
34.6%
Community Profile
Smithers has a median household income of $33,650. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $73,400, with a median rent of $496/month. The area has a poverty rate of 34.6%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Smithers, West Virginia
How many schools are in Smithers, West Virginia?
Smithers has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Smithers, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Smithers is 6.8 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 Smithers, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Smithers on MySchoolScout is Valley Pk-8 with a composite score of 6.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Smithers, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Smithers on MySchoolScout is Valley Pk-8 with a composite score of 6.8/10.
How many school districts serve Smithers, West Virginia?
Smithers is served by 1 school district: Fayette County Schools.
What is the education level in Smithers, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Smithers have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Smithers, West Virginia?
The median household income in Smithers is approximately $33,650 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Smithers, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Smithers 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 Smithers, 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.