Best Schools in Van, West Virginia
2 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Van by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Van Elementary
Elementary · Boone County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Van Junior/senior High School
High · Boone County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$56,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
2
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$56,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Van
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 | Van Elementary | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | Van Junior/senior High School | 4.7 / 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
- 6.3/10
- Median home value
- $56,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 3%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 53%
50% of schools rated 7+
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
About Schools in Van, West Virginia
Van, West Virginia is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Van 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 Van is Van Elementary with a composite score of 7.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Van is served by 1 school district: BOONE COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 3,117 students.
Van's community shows 3% bachelor's degree attainment. The poverty rate in the area is 12.1%.
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 | 152 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 152 students · 6th–12th | 4.7 |
Schools in Van
Van, West Virginia · 2 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Home Value
$56,900
Population
174
College Educated
3%
Homeownership
53%
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Community Profile
It is a community where 3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $56,900. The area has a poverty rate of 12.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- West Virginia
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
School District
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Van, West Virginia
How many schools are in Van, West Virginia?
Van has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Van, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Van is 6.3 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 Van, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Van on MySchoolScout is Van Elementary with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Van, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Van on MySchoolScout is Van Elementary with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What is the best high school in Van, West Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Van on MySchoolScout is Van Junior/senior High School with a composite score of 4.7/10.
How many school districts serve Van, West Virginia?
Van is served by 1 school district: Boone County Schools.
What is the education level in Van, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 3% of adults in Van have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Van, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Van 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 Van, 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.