Serving 804 students in grades 9-12, Nitro High School ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 804 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nitro High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Nitro High School's student population of 804 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
804 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nitro High School ranks within the top 50% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nitro High School is 0.26, which is more 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
#201 out of 629 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
2%
Black
6%
4%
White
86%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nitro High School's ranking?
Nitro High School is ranked #201 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Nitro High School often compared to?
Nitro High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Saint Albans High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nitro High School?
The graduation rate of Nitro High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 90%.
How many students attend Nitro High School?
804 students attend Nitro High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Nitro High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nitro High School?
Nitro High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nitro High School offer ?
Nitro High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Nitro High School part of?
Nitro High School is part of Kanawha County Schools School District.
School Reviews
1 3/24/2020
Not A very good school, went here from 2012 to 2016 and was on the verge of suspension for false accusations including dosing despite my computer lab only being for virtual classes (later in the year), principal here is also very rude to everyone he sees and only thinks of himself and raises. Lunch here is normal garbage food, which At this point is fine. Compares on how bad Andrew Jackson middle school was.
5 8/2/2010
This school came highly recommended to me and I will highly recommend it to everyone!
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