For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 647 students in Shepherdstown, WV (there are 1 private school, serving 93 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in Shepherdstown, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top ranked public schools in Shepherdstown, WV are Shepherdstown Elementary School and Shepherdstown Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Shepherdstown, WV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Shepherdstown have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Shepherdstown, WV (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shepherdstown Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
662 S Church St
Shepherdstown, WV 25443
(304) 876-6270
Shepherdstown, WV 25443
(304) 876-6270
Grades: PK-5
| 322 students
Rank: #22.
Shepherdstown Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
54 Minden St
Shepherdstown, WV 25443
(304) 876-6120
Shepherdstown, WV 25443
(304) 876-6120
Grades: 6-8
| 325 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Shepherdstown, WV?
The top ranked public schools in Shepherdstown, WV include Shepherdstown Elementary School and Shepherdstown Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Shepherdstown?
2 public schools are located in Shepherdstown.
What percentage of students in Shepherdstown go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in Shepherdstown are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in Shepherdstown?
Shepherdstown public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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