For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 798 students in Nitro, WV.
The top-ranked public high school in Nitro, WV is Nitro High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Nitro, WV public high school have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the West Virginia public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Nitro have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of West Virginia public high schools.
Nitro, WV public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the West Virginia average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Nitro High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in West Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public high school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Nitro, WV (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nitro High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1300 Park Ave
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-4321
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-4321
Gr: 9-12 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Nitro, WV?
The top-ranked public high schools in Nitro, WV include Nitro High School.
How many public high schools are located in Nitro?
1 public high schools are located in Nitro.
What is the racial composition of students in Nitro?
Nitro public high schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public high schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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