Shepherdstown Elementary School

Shepherdstown Elementary School serves 322 students in grades PK through 5 in the historic town of Shepherdstown, West Virginia. With a student-teacher ratio of 14.6:1 and 22 full-time equivalent teachers, the school provides a supportive learning environment that has earned recognition as one of West Virginia's top-performing elementary schools. The school ranks #79 out of 641 elementary schools statewide, placing it in the 88th percentile with a strong MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10.

Academically, Shepherdstown Elementary demonstrates solid performance with 57% of students achieving proficiency or above in math and 53% in English language arts and reading across all grade levels. The school's academic score of 9.2 out of 10 reflects its commitment to educational excellence. Located on South Church Street, Shepherdstown Elementary serves a well-educated community where 56% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The surrounding neighborhood has a median household income of $103,095 and a low poverty rate of 5.1%, factors that often support student achievement. The school sits in a rural setting near the charming college town of Shepherdstown, offering students the benefits of both small-town community values and access to cultural and educational resources.

Located in a rural area, Shepherdstown Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.