Richwood High School

Richwood High School is a regular public high school located in the rural community of Craigsville, West Virginia. The school serves students from ninth to twelfth grade and has an enrollment of 322 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17.9:1. Richwood High employs 18 full-time equivalent teachers dedicated to supporting its diverse student body.

The academic performance at Richwood High School is in the lower percentile among West Virginia schools, ranking 599 out of 641. While test scores show that only 32% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and just 10% are proficient or above in Math, the school continues to focus on student development and academic growth. The school's setting is remote and rural, providing a close-knit community where teachers and students often work together to overcome challenges.

Richwood High School stands as an important institution in its small town, fostering a sense of community among its students despite the rural location.

While current test scores at Richwood High School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Richwood 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.