Doddridge County High School

Doddridge County High School serves 344 students in grades 9–12 in West Union, West Virginia. It earns a composite score of 9.1 out of 10 — rated Exceptional — and ranks first among 114 public high schools in West Virginia. That standing isn't a fluke: the school outperforms 97% of all public schools in the state, placing it 19th out of 635 statewide across all grade levels.

The academic score comes in at 8.1 out of 10, but growth is where Doddridge County separates itself. A 9.8 growth score means students here make measurably stronger academic progress than peers at comparable schools — a signal that teaching quality is driving results, not just incoming demographics. With a 10.4-to-1 student-teacher ratio across 344 students, class sizes stay small enough for real individualized attention.

For families in West Union weighing local options, the school holds the top position in the city. For families willing to look statewide, the data makes a clear case: Doddridge County High School performs at a level very few West Virginia schools reach.

Located in a rural area, Doddridge County High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.