Best Schools in War, West Virginia
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Southside K-8
Elementary · Mcdowell County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
2.7
out of 10
Median Home
$37,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
2.7
out of 10
Median Home
$37,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in War
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 | Southside K-8 | 2.7 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 2.7/10
- Median household income
- $21,349
- Median home value
- $37,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 4%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 42%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How War compares
Median household income
$21k
37% of West Virginia median
About Schools in War, West Virginia
War, West Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 2.7 out of 10, schools in War face significant challenges 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 War is Southside K-8 with a composite score of 2.7/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
War is served by 1 school district: MCDOWELL COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 2,444 students.
War's community shows 4% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $21,349. The poverty rate in the area is 46.4%.
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 | 293 students · Pre-K–8th | 2.7 |
Schools in War
War, West Virginia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$21,349
Median Home Value
$37,600
Median Rent
$723/mo
Population
1,636
College Educated
4%
Homeownership
42%
Poverty Rate
46.4%
Community Profile
War has a median household income of $21,349. It is a community where 4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $37,600, with a median rent of $723/month. The area has a poverty rate of 46.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- West Virginia
- Elementary
- 1
School District
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Common questions about schools in War, West Virginia
How many schools are in War, West Virginia?
War has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in War, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in War is 2.7 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 War, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in War on MySchoolScout is Southside K-8 with a composite score of 2.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in War, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in War on MySchoolScout is Southside K-8 with a composite score of 2.7/10.
How many school districts serve War, West Virginia?
War is served by 1 school district: Mcdowell County Schools.
What is the education level in War, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 4% of adults in War have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in War, West Virginia?
The median household income in War is approximately $21,349 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in War, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in War is 11.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in War, 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.