Serving 553 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 22% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
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 Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Webster County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Webster County High School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Webster County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Webster County High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#440 out of 629 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
97%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #440 out of 629 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?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Webster County High School?
The graduation rate of Webster County High School is 95%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 90%.
How many students attend Webster County High School?
553 students attend Webster County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Webster County High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Webster County High School part of?
Webster County High School is part of Webster County Schools School District.
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