Best Schools in Jefferson County, WV
Jefferson County, WV has a total of 20 schools including 2 high schools, 4 middle schools and 12 elementary schools. A total of 9,086 students attend Jefferson County, WV schools. On average, schools in Jefferson County score 34% on their proficiency tests, and we project an average score of 38% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, schools in Jefferson County don't meet expectations.
Best High Schools in Jefferson County, WV
Jefferson County, WV has 2 high schools with 2,772 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 Jefferson County score 44% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 45% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, high schools in Jefferson County meet expectations.
1. Jefferson High School
SchoolGrade
Actual Test Scores
Projected Test Scores
Jefferson County Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 1444 Students
2. Washington High School
SchoolGrade
Actual Test Scores
Projected Test Scores
Jefferson County Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 1328 Students
Best Middle Schools in Jefferson County, WV
Jefferson County, WV has 4 middle schools with 1,955 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 Jefferson County score 37% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 36% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, middle schools in Jefferson County exceed expectations.
1. Harpers Ferry Middle School
SchoolGrade
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Jefferson County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 562 Students
2. Charles Town Middle School
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Jefferson County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 637 Students
3. Shepherdstown Middle School
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Jefferson County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 331 Students
4. Wildwood Middle School
SchoolGrade
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Projected Test Scores
Jefferson County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 425 Students
Best Elementary Schools in Jefferson County, WV
Jefferson County, WV has 12 elementary schools with 3,821 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 Jefferson County score 31% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 37% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, elementary schools in Jefferson County don't meet expectations.
1. C. W. Shipley Elementary School
SchoolGrade
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Jefferson County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 346 Students
2. Shepherdstown Elementary School
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Jefferson County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 358 Students
3. Wright Denny Intermediate School
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Jefferson County Schools • Public • Grades 3 - 5 • 354 Students
4. Driswood Elementary School
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Jefferson County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 379 Students
5. T A Lowery Elementary School
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Jefferson County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 522 Students
6. South Jefferson Elementary School
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Jefferson County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 458 Students
7. North Jefferson Elementary
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Jefferson County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 223 Students
8. Blue Ridge Elementary School
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Jefferson County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 407 Students
9. Ranson Elementary School
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Jefferson County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 250 Students
10. Wee Disciples Christian Academy
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Wee Disciples Christian Academy • Private • Grades Pre K - 2 • 143 Students
Education & Community Snapshot in Jefferson County, WV
County-level factors that shape the learning environment around local schools.
Community Factors
Jefferson County, WV has a total population of 57,701 with 24% of that population attending schools. The adult high school graduation rate is 90%, and 34% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Students in Jefferson County, WV
K-12 Students
High School Graduates
Adults 25+ with HS diplomas
College Graduates
Adults 25+ with a Bachelor’s degree or higher
Demographics statistics provided by Best Neighborhood Jefferson County, WV.
Safety
Crime Grades summarize reported incidents per 1,000 residents. Use them as neighborhood context, not a school rating.
Overall Crime Grade
7.87 per 1,000 Residents
Violent Crime Grade
1.95 per 1,000 Residents
Property Crime Grade
5.92 per 1,000 Residents
Crime statistics provided by CrimeGrade in Jefferson County, WV.
Connectivity
Connectivity influences learning at home. We summarize internet infrastructure, typical download speed, and a digital connectivity index for Jefferson County, WV.
ISP Report Card
Internet Infrastructure Grade
Average Download Speed
Speed Most Residents Can Get
Digital Connectivity Index
ISP Connectivity Demand Report
To read more about these statistics, please visit Jefferson County, WV Internet Health Assessment.
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- Projected Test Scores: 59%
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- Projected Test Scores: 30%
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- Projected Test Scores: 52%
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