For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 618 students in Hico, WV.
The top-ranked public school in Hico, WV is Midland Trail High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hico, WV public school have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 42% statewide average). Schools in Hico have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 13% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Hico, WV (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Midland Trail High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
26719 Midland Trail
Hico, WV 25854
(304) 658-5184
Hico, WV 25854
(304) 658-5184
Gr: 6-12 | 618 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Hico, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in Hico, WV include Midland Trail High School.
How many public schools are located in Hico?
1 public schools are located in Hico.
What is the racial composition of students in Hico?
Hico public schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 13% (majority Black).
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