Serving 490 students in grades 9-12, Roane 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 50-54% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 490 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Roane County High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Spencer, WV, covering approximately 483.7 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 19.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roane County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Roane County High School's student population of 490 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
490 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
Roane 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 Roane County High School is 0.08, 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
#321 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
96%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
92.6%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Roane County High School's ranking?
Roane County High School is ranked #321 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roane County High School?
The graduation rate of Roane County High School is 95%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend Roane County High School?
490 students attend Roane County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Roane County High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roane County High School?
Roane County High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Roane County High School offer ?
Roane County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Roane County High School part of?
Roane County High School is part of Roane County Schools.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
If the student can fight their way through, (literally), then I would recommend this school. Otherwise, this school has an atmosphere of violence non-typical in a rural school of its type. Fights often go unnoticed by the school administrators and teachers. The school also has little to no value in preparing the student for higher education, and the student would basically need to be naturally gifted or teach themselves if they wish to go on to any form of higher education. Failure is accepted and many students drop out right when they turn 16. Basically the only good thing about this school is that it is a nice building... I mean a REALLY nice building, that was built not too long ago... but that's about it.
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