Tug Valley High School is a consolidated school serving rural northern Mingo County, West Virginia, United States. The school has a Williamson postal address, but is actually located in Den's Branch at Naugatuck. The mascot is the Panther and the school colors are black and silver.
Serving 315 students in grades 9-12, Tug Valley 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 20-29% (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 12:1 is lower 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: 315 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tug Valley High School serves the northwest part of its school district in Williamson, WV, covering an area of approximately 153.2 square miles. Families typically live within a 15-20 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 9.2 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 15 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tug Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tug Valley High School's student population of 315 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
315 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tug Valley 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 Tug Valley 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
#306 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
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
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
White
97%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-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)43.8%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
8%
Showing 2003–2012. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tug Valley High School's ranking?
Tug Valley High School is ranked #306 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Tug Valley High School often compared to?
Tug Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mingo Central Comprehensive High School, Tolsia High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% 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 Tug Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Tug Valley High School is 95%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend Tug Valley High School?
315 students attend Tug Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Tug Valley High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tug Valley High School?
Tug Valley High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Tug Valley High School offer ?
Tug Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tug Valley High School part of?
Tug Valley High School is part of Mingo County Schools.
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