Mount View High School is a public high school in Welch, West Virginia. Located on the grounds of an old strip mine in the mountains of McDowell County, West Virginia, Mount View High School is one of two schools in the Welch area, with the other being Welch Elementary School.
Serving 521 students in grades 6-12, Mount View 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 12% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 521 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mount View High School serves the eastern part of its school district in Welch, WV, covering an area of approximately 228.8 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 15-20 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is around 9.5 miles, extending up to 13.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mount View High School's student population of 521 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
521 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1975
Average Class Size
15 students
School Motto
Supporting each student’s quest for college and career success
School Rankings
Mount View High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount View High School is 0.39, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#599 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
17%
4%
White
76%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
92.6%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Brown, Gold
School Mascot
Golden Knight
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount View High School's ranking?
Mount View High School is ranked #599 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mount View High School?
The graduation rate of Mount View High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend Mount View High School?
521 students attend Mount View High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Mount View High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount View High School?
Mount View High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Mount View High School offer ?
Mount View High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mount View High School part of?
Mount View High School is part of Mcdowell County Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Mount View High School is one of the best schools I've ever went to. The teahers are understanding, the faculty and staff are polite, and the extracurricular activites are outstanding. The arts program is small but extraodinary. Parents are involved in school activites. I would recommend this school to anyone.
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