Serving 279 students in grades 9-12, Tucker 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 25-29% (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 10:1 is lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% 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: 279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tucker County High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Hambleton, WV, encompassing approximately 421.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 12.5 miles and the furthest edge located 17.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tucker County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tucker County High School's student population of 279 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
279 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Tucker 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 Tucker 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
#272 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
3%
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-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)41.9%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Mountain Lion Colors
School Mascot
Mountain Lion
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tucker County High School's ranking?
Tucker County High School is ranked #272 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?
25-29% 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 Tucker County High School?
The graduation rate of Tucker County High School is 95%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend Tucker County High School?
279 students attend Tucker County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Tucker County High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tucker County High School?
Tucker 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 Tucker County High School offer ?
Tucker County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tucker County High School part of?
Tucker County High School is part of Tucker County Schools.
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