Best Schools in Williamstown, West Virginia
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Williamstown by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Williamstown High School
High · Wood County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Wood County Christian School
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Williamstown Elementary School
Elementary · Wood 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 Williamstown for 2026 are Williamstown High School (6.6/10), Wood County Christian School (6.2/10), and Williamstown Elementary School (5.1/10), 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
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$183,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
2 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$183,100
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Williamstown
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 | Williamstown High School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Wood County Christian School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Williamstown Elementary School | 5.1 / 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
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $80,714
- Median home value
- $183,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 35%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Williamstown compares
West Virginia rank
#46 of 66
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.4
below West Virginia avg (6.3)
Median household income
$81k
139% of West Virginia median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Williamstown, West Virginia
Williamstown, West Virginia is home to 3 schools, including 2 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Williamstown 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 Williamstown is Williamstown High School with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Williamstown is served by 1 school district: WOOD COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 11,310 students.
Williamstown's community shows 35% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $80,714. The poverty rate in the area is 6.9%.
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 | 540 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.1 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 639 students · 6th–12th | 6.6 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wood County Christian School
Private
262 students · Pre-K–12th | 6.2 |
Schools in Williamstown
Williamstown, West Virginia · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$80,714
Median Home Value
$183,100
Median Rent
$865/mo
Population
6,100
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
87%
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Community Profile
Williamstown has a median household income of $80,714. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $183,100, with a median rent of $865/month. The local poverty rate of 6.9% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- West Virginia
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 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 Williamstown, West Virginia
How many schools are in Williamstown, West Virginia?
Williamstown has 3 schools, including 2 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Williamstown, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Williamstown is 6.0 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 Williamstown, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Williamstown on MySchoolScout is Williamstown High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Williamstown, West Virginia?
The top-ranked elementary school in Williamstown on MySchoolScout is Williamstown Elementary School with a composite score of 5.1/10.
What is the best high school in Williamstown, West Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Williamstown on MySchoolScout is Williamstown High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve Williamstown, West Virginia?
Williamstown is served by 1 school district: Wood County Schools.
What is the education level in Williamstown, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 35% of adults in Williamstown have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Williamstown, West Virginia?
The median household income in Williamstown is approximately $80,714 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Williamstown, West Virginia?
Yes, Williamstown has 1 private school alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is Wood County Christian School with a score of 6.2/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Williamstown, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Williamstown is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Williamstown, 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.