Best Schools in Tunnelton, West Virginia
2 schools · 2 Elementary
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Fellowsville Elementary
Elementary · Preston County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
South Preston School
Elementary · Preston County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$111,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$111,000
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Tunnelton
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 | Fellowsville Elementary | 6.7 / 10 |
| 2 | South Preston School | 6.2 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $46,667
- Median home value
- $111,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 13%
- Avg commute
- 45 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 86%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Tunnelton compares
Median household income
$47k
80% of West Virginia median
About Schools in Tunnelton, West Virginia
Tunnelton, West Virginia is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools.
With an average rating of 6.5 out of 10, schools in Tunnelton 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 Tunnelton is Fellowsville Elementary with a composite score of 6.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Tunnelton is served by 1 school district: PRESTON COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 3,949 students.
Tunnelton's community shows 13% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $46,667. The poverty rate in the area is 16.0%.
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Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 75 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.7 |
| 2 | 330 students · Pre-K–8th | 6.2 |
Schools in Tunnelton
Tunnelton, West Virginia · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$46,667
Median Home Value
$111,000
Median Rent
$640/mo
Population
3,300
College Educated
13%
Homeownership
86%
Avg Commute
45 min
Poverty Rate
16.0%
Community Profile
Tunnelton has a median household income of $46,667. It is a community where 13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $111,000, with a median rent of $640/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.0%. The average commute in the area is 45 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- West Virginia
- Elementary
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Tunnelton, West Virginia
How many schools are in Tunnelton, West Virginia?
Tunnelton has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Tunnelton, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Tunnelton is 6.5 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 Tunnelton, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Tunnelton on MySchoolScout is Fellowsville Elementary with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Tunnelton, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Tunnelton on MySchoolScout is Fellowsville Elementary with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Tunnelton, West Virginia?
Tunnelton is served by 1 school district: Preston County Schools.
What is the education level in Tunnelton, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 13% of adults in Tunnelton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Tunnelton, West Virginia?
The median household income in Tunnelton is approximately $46,667 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Tunnelton, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Tunnelton is 11.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Tunnelton, 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.