Serving 708 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 708 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Nicholas County High School serves the west part of Summersville, WV, covering an extensive attendance area of approximately 429.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 22 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nicholas County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Nicholas County High School's student population of 708 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
708 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1914
School Calendar
School Motto
Powerful Academics Welcome Success
School Rankings
Nicholas County 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 Nicholas County High School is 0.06, which is less 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
#376 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
97%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
92.6%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
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 #376 out of 617 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 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 34% WV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nicholas County High School?
The graduation rate of Nicholas County High School is 95%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend Nicholas County High School?
708 students attend Nicholas County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Nicholas County High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nicholas County High School?
Nicholas County High School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nicholas County High School part of?
Nicholas County High School is part of Nicholas County Schools.
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