Tucker County Schools

The Tucker County Schools district in West Virginia consists of 3 schools, including 2 elementary/middle schools and 1 high school, serving students from pre-K through 12th grade. While the district's schools have some bright spots, such as the strong performance of Davis Thomas Elementary Middle School in 7th and 8th grade English Language Arts, the overall academic outcomes suggest room for improvement, particularly in math proficiency.

Tucker County High School stands out as the district's top-performing school, ranking 15th out of 112 West Virginia high schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. However, the school struggles with math proficiency, falling well below the state average in 11th grade math. In contrast, Tucker Valley Elementary Middle School has seen a steady decline in its statewide ranking, dropping from 211th out of 375 elementary schools in 2021-2022 to 301st out of 368 in 2023-2024, with declining proficiency rates in both math and English Language Arts.

The district's schools also exhibit inconsistent performance across grade levels, with significant variations in proficiency rates within the same school. Additionally, the high percentage of white students in all three schools suggests a lack of racial diversity, which could indicate potential equity concerns. To address these challenges, the district may need to identify and address the root causes of underperformance, particularly in math, and explore ways to promote diversity and inclusion within the school community.