Serving 276 students in grades 9-12, Pocahontas County 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pocahontas County High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Dunmore, WV, encompassing approximately 941.8 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 20.7 miles to the zone's edge and up to 32.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pocahontas County High School's student population of 276 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
276 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1968
School Rankings
Pocahontas County High School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pocahontas County High School is 0.04, 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
#247 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2002–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
98%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥90%
92.6%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.2%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pocahontas County High School's ranking?
Pocahontas County High School is ranked #247 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pocahontas County High School?
The graduation rate of Pocahontas County High School is 90%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend Pocahontas County High School?
276 students attend Pocahontas County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Pocahontas County High School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pocahontas County High School?
Pocahontas County High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Pocahontas County High School offer ?
Pocahontas County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pocahontas County High School part of?
Pocahontas County High School is part of Pocahontas County Schools.
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