Serving 704 students in grades 9-12, Nicholas County 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 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Nicholas County High School's student population of 704 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
704 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nicholas County 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 Nicholas County High School is 0.04, 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
#332 out of 629 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
98%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nicholas County High School's ranking?
Nicholas County High School is ranked #332 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Nicholas County High School often compared to?
Nicholas County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richwood High School, Woodrow Wilson 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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nicholas County High School?
The graduation rate of Nicholas County High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 90%.
How many students attend Nicholas County High School?
704 students attend Nicholas County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Nicholas County High School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nicholas County High School?
Nicholas County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Nicholas County High School offer ?
Nicholas County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Nicholas County High School part of?
Nicholas County High School is part of Nicholas County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 5/16/2016
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