Best High Schools in Independence, WV

Independence, WV has 3 high schools with 3,657 students. Below are the top high schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, high schools in Independence score 35% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 35% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, high schools in Independence meet expectations.

1. Morgantown High School

B+

SchoolGrade

57%

Actual Test Scores

52%

Projected Test Scores

Teacher Grade:Exceeds Expectations

Monongalia County Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 1859 Students

2. Grafton High School

C-

SchoolGrade

28%

Actual Test Scores

29%

Projected Test Scores

Teacher Grade:Meets Expectations

Taylor County Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 620 Students

3. Preston High School

D

SchoolGrade

20%

Actual Test Scores

24%

Projected Test Scores

Teacher Grade:Meets Expectations

Preston County Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 1178 Students

Best Middle Schools in Independence, WV

Independence, WV has 4 middle schools with 2,350 students. Below are the top middle schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, middle schools in Independence score 29% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 32% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, middle schools in Independence don't meet expectations.

1. South Middle School

C+

SchoolGrade

37%

Actual Test Scores

38%

Projected Test Scores

Teacher Grade:Meets Expectations

Monongalia County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 755 Students

2. West Fairmont Middle School

C

SchoolGrade

35%

Actual Test Scores

36%

Projected Test Scores

Teacher Grade:Meets Expectations

Marion County Schools • Public • Grades 5 - 8 • 629 Students

Best Elementary Schools in Independence, WV

Independence, WV has 2 elementary schools with 873 students. Below are the top elementary schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, elementary schools in Independence score 49% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 49% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, elementary schools in Independence meet expectations.

1. Ridgedale Elementary School

B+

SchoolGrade

53%

Actual Test Scores

55%

Projected Test Scores

Teacher Grade:Meets Expectations

Monongalia County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 525 Students

2. East Dale Elementary School

B

SchoolGrade

45%

Actual Test Scores

44%

Projected Test Scores

Teacher Grade:Meets Expectations

Marion County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 4 • 348 Students

3. Terra Alta/east Preston School

D+

SchoolGrade

25%

Actual Test Scores

25%

Projected Test Scores

Teacher Grade:Meets Expectations

Preston County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 8 • 310 Students

4. West Preston School

D

SchoolGrade

18%

Actual Test Scores

30%

Projected Test Scores

Teacher Grade:Underperforms Expectations

Preston County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 8 • 656 Students

Education & Community Snapshot in Independence, WV

City-level factors that shape the learning environment around local schools.

Community Factors

Independence, WV has a total population of 2,206 with 23% of that population attending schools. The adult high school graduation rate is 95%, and 35% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher.

Students in Independence, WV

6,880

K-12 Students

High School Graduates

95%

Adults 25+ with HS diplomas

College Graduates

35%

Adults 25+ with a Bachelor’s degree or higher

Demographics statistics provided by Best Neighborhood Independence, WV.

Safety

Crime Grades summarize reported incidents per 1,000 residents. Use them as neighborhood context, not a school rating.

Overall Crime Grade

A

7.18 per 1,000 Residents

Violent Crime Grade

A

1.59 per 1,000 Residents

Property Crime Grade

A

5.59 per 1,000 Residents

Crime statistics provided by CrimeGrade in Independence, WV.

Connectivity

Connectivity influences learning at home. We summarize internet infrastructure, typical download speed, and a digital connectivity index for Independence, WV.

ISP Report Card

B

Internet Infrastructure Grade

Average Download Speed

1,178 Mbps

Speed Most Residents Can Get

Digital Connectivity Index

62 / 100

ISP Connectivity Demand Report

To read more about these statistics, please visit Independence, WV Internet Health Assessment.

Best Schools in Cities Near Independence, WV

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  • Projected Test Scores: 25%
  • Teacher Grade: Doesn't Meet Expectations
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  • Projected Test Scores: 33%
  • Teacher Grade: Meets Expectations
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  • Projected Test Scores: 36%
  • Teacher Grade: Meets Expectations
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  • Actual Test Scores: 21%
  • Projected Test Scores: 26%
  • Teacher Grade: Underperforms Expectations
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  • Projected Test Scores: 33%
  • Teacher Grade: Meets Expectations
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  • Projected Test Scores: 46%
  • Teacher Grade: Meets Expectations
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  • Projected Test Scores: 28%
  • Teacher Grade: Meets Expectations
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  • Projected Test Scores: 27%
  • Teacher Grade: Doesn't Meet Expectations
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  • Actual Test Scores: 34%
  • Projected Test Scores: 35%
  • Teacher Grade: Meets Expectations
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  • Actual Test Scores: 42%
  • Projected Test Scores: 44%
  • Teacher Grade: Meets Expectations