Webster County High School, in Upperglade, West Virginia, is a public high school, established in 1974.
Serving 489 students in grades 7-12, Webster 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 14% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower 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 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Webster County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Upperglade, WV, covering approximately 556.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 20.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest point being 23.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Webster County High School's student population of 489 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
489 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
1974
School Calendar
Average Class Size
27 students
School Motto
Welcome to Webster County High School Home of the Highlanders!
School Rankings
Webster 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 Webster 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
#575 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
92.6%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
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
Colors
Black, Red
School Mascot
The Highlander
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Webster County High School's ranking?
Webster County High School is ranked #575 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Webster County High School?
The graduation rate of Webster County High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend Webster County High School?
489 students attend Webster County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Webster County High School students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Webster County High School?
Webster County High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Webster County High School offer ?
Webster County High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Webster County High School part of?
Webster County High School is part of Webster County Schools.
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