Best Schools in Nicholas County, WV
Nicholas County, WV has a total of 16 schools including 3 high schools, 2 middle schools and 10 elementary schools. A total of 3,609 students attend Nicholas County, WV schools. On average, schools in Nicholas County score 26% on their proficiency tests, and we project an average score of 28% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, schools in Nicholas County don't meet expectations.
Best High Schools in Nicholas County, WV
Nicholas County, WV has 3 high schools with 1,184 students. Below are the top high schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, high schools in Nicholas County score 21% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 26% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, high schools in Nicholas County don't meet expectations.
1. Nicholas County High School
SchoolGrade
Actual Test Scores
Projected Test Scores
Nicholas County Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 730 Students
2. Richwood High School
SchoolGrade
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Projected Test Scores
Nicholas County Schools • Public • Grades 9 - 12 • 340 Students
Best Middle Schools in Nicholas County, WV
Nicholas County, WV has 2 middle schools with 784 students. Below are the top middle schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, middle schools in Nicholas County score 21% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 23% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, middle schools in Nicholas County meet expectations.
1. Richwood Middle School
SchoolGrade
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Nicholas County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 229 Students
2. Summersville Middle School
SchoolGrade
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Nicholas County Schools • Public • Grades 6 - 8 • 555 Students
Best Elementary Schools in Nicholas County, WV
Nicholas County, WV has 10 elementary schools with 1,641 students. Below are the top elementary schools based on their actual test performance displayed alongside our projected performance for their socioeconomic status and the Teacher Grade we assign based on expected performance. On average, elementary schools in Nicholas County score 28% on their proficiency tests, and we project and average score of 30% on those same proficiency tests. Comparing the differences, on average, elementary schools in Nicholas County meet expectations.
1. Mt Nebo Elementary School
SchoolGrade
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Nicholas County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 110 Students
2. Panther Creek Elementary School
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Nicholas County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 245 Students
3. Glade Creek Elementary School
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Nicholas County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 152 Students
4. Mt Lookout Elementary School
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Nicholas County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 122 Students
5. Gauley River Elementary School
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Nicholas County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 332 Students
6. Birch River Elementary School
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Nicholas County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 77 Students
7. Cherry River Elementary School
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Nicholas County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 151 Students
8. Summersville Elementary School
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Nicholas County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 361 Students
9. Zela Elementary School
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Nicholas County Schools • Public • Grades Pre K - 5 • 80 Students
10. Summersville Sda School
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Summersville Sda School • Private • Grades KG - 7 • 11 Students
Education & Community Snapshot in Nicholas County, WV
County-level factors that shape the learning environment around local schools.
Community Factors
Nicholas County, WV has a total population of 24,604 with 19% of that population attending schools. The adult high school graduation rate is 88%, and 20% of adults have a bachelor’s degree or higher.
Students in Nicholas County, WV
K-12 Students
High School Graduates
Adults 25+ with HS diplomas
College Graduates
Adults 25+ with a Bachelor’s degree or higher
Demographics statistics provided by Best Neighborhood Nicholas County, WV.
Safety
Crime Grades summarize reported incidents per 1,000 residents. Use them as neighborhood context, not a school rating.
Overall Crime Grade
10.60 per 1,000 Residents
Violent Crime Grade
3.02 per 1,000 Residents
Property Crime Grade
7.58 per 1,000 Residents
Crime statistics provided by CrimeGrade in Nicholas County, WV.
Connectivity
Connectivity influences learning at home. We summarize internet infrastructure, typical download speed, and a digital connectivity index for Nicholas County, WV.
ISP Report Card
Internet Infrastructure Grade
Average Download Speed
Speed Most Residents Can Get
Digital Connectivity Index
ISP Connectivity Demand Report
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- Actual Test Scores: 26%
- Projected Test Scores: 27%
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- Projected Test Scores: 27%
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- Projected Test Scores: 32%
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- Projected Test Scores: 33%
- Teacher Grade: Doesn't Meet Expectations