Nicholas County Schools

The Nicholas County Schools district in West Virginia consists of 13 schools, including 9 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools. The district as a whole is ranked 29 out of 55 districts in the state and is rated 3 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger.

Within the district, a few schools stand out as high-performing. MT Lookout Elementary School and MT Nebo Elementary School consistently rank among the top elementary schools in the state, with 5-star and 4-star ratings, respectively. These schools' students perform well above the district and state averages in math, reading, and science. Another standout is Panther Creek Elementary School, which ranks 67th out of 368 elementary schools in the state and earns a 4-star rating.

However, the data also reveals stark differences in school performance across the district. While some schools excel, others, such as Zela Elementary School and Cherry River Elementary School, are struggling, with low proficiency rates and low rankings compared to other schools in the state. Additionally, several schools, including Richwood High School and Summersville Middle School, have seen their rankings and performance decline over the past few years, suggesting potential challenges that need to be addressed.