Webster County High School

Webster County High School is a regular public high school located in the remote rural area of Upperglade, West Virginia. Serving grades 7 through 12, the school has an enrollment of 520 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11.8:1 with 44 full-time equivalent teachers. The academic performance at Webster County High School shows room for improvement, ranking 3.7 out of 10 on MySchoolScout's rating system and placing it 538th among West Virginia’s 641 schools.

In terms of proficiency in ELA/Reading and Math, only 32% and 19% of students are rated as proficient or above, respectively. Despite the challenges reflected in these scores, Webster County High School is a vital part of its community, providing education to young people in a rural setting where access to resources can be limited. The school focuses on student development and offers support to help its students succeed both academically and personally.

Located at 1 Highlander Dr, Webster County High School serves as an essential hub for the surrounding area, fostering connections within this tight-knit community.

While current test scores at Webster County 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, Webster 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.