Best Schools in Hico, West Virginia
1 schools · 1 High
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Midland Trail High
High · Fayette County Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$176,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
6.6
out of 10
Median Home
$176,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Hico
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 1). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Midland Trail High | 6.6 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.6/10
- Median home value
- $176,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 87%
0% of schools rated 7+
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
About Schools in Hico, West Virginia
Hico, West Virginia is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.6 out of 10, schools in Hico show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Hico is Midland Trail High with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Hico is served by 1 school district: FAYETTE COUNTY SCHOOLS. These districts collectively serve 5,433 students.
Hico's community shows 30% bachelor's degree attainment. The poverty rate in the area is 27.5%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 631 students · 6th–12th | 6.6 |
Schools in Hico
Hico, West Virginia · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Home Value
$176,800
Population
570
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
87%
Poverty Rate
27.5%
Community Profile
It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $176,800. The area has a poverty rate of 27.5%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Hico, West Virginia
How many schools are in Hico, West Virginia?
Hico has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Hico, West Virginia?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hico is 6.6 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Hico, West Virginia?
The top-ranked school in Hico on MySchoolScout is Midland Trail High with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best high school in Hico, West Virginia?
The top-ranked high school in Hico on MySchoolScout is Midland Trail High with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve Hico, West Virginia?
Hico is served by 1 school district: Fayette County Schools.
What is the education level in Hico, West Virginia?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Hico have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Hico, West Virginia?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hico is 17.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Hico, West Virginia?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, West Virginia Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.