Serving 449 students in grades 6-12, Gilmer County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gilmer County High School's student population of 449 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gilmer County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilmer County High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#386 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
1%
4%
White
97%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
91%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilmer County High School's ranking?
Gilmer County High School is ranked #386 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gilmer County High School?
The graduation rate of Gilmer County High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Gilmer County High School?
449 students attend Gilmer County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Gilmer County High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gilmer County High School?
Gilmer County High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Gilmer County High School offer ?
Gilmer County High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gilmer County High School part of?
Gilmer County High School is part of Gilmer County Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 7/28/2010
Great school. Teachers are nice and fun.
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