Serving 165 students in grades 7-12, Paden City High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 165 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paden City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Paden City High School's student population of 165 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
165 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paden City High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paden City High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#379 out of 629 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
97%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paden City High School's ranking?
Paden City High School is ranked #379 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Paden City High School often compared to?
Paden City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Magnolia High School, Tyler Consolidated High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paden City High School?
The graduation rate of Paden City High School is 90%, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 90%.
How many students attend Paden City High School?
165 students attend Paden City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Paden City High School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paden City High School?
Paden City High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Paden City High School offer ?
Paden City High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Paden City High School part of?
Paden City High School is part of Wetzel County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 8/20/2012
Paden City High School provides a high quality education to its students that provides the ability for students to be competitive in the 21st Century at Colleges and Universities and in the work force. PCHS provides countless academic, athletic, fine arts, and academic based extra curricular activities opportunities that ALL students are able to actively participate in. PCHS is a wonderful school and a great opportunity for all to attend.
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