For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,405 students in Nitro, WV (there are 1 private school, serving 8 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Nitro, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top ranked public schools in Nitro, WV are Rock Branch Elementary School, Nitro High School and Nitro Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Nitro, WV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Nitro have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 11% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Nitro, WV (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rock Branch Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4616 1st Ave
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-1443
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-1443
Grades: PK-5
| 214 students
Rank: #22.
Nitro High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1300 Park Avenue
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-4321
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-4321
Grades: 9-12
| 827 students
Rank: #33.
Nitro Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1921 19th Street
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-2451
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-2451
Grades: PK-5
| 364 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Nitro, WV?
The top ranked public schools in Nitro, WV include Rock Branch Elementary School, Nitro High School and Nitro Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Nitro?
3 public schools are located in Nitro.
What percentage of students in Nitro go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Nitro are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in Nitro?
Nitro public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 11% (majority Black).
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