NITRO HIGH SCHOOL
NITRO HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the Kanawha County Schools school district, located in NITRO, WV with about 788 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 41 teachers, NITRO HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
NITRO HIGH SCHOOL, located at 1300 Park Avenue in Nitro, West Virginia, serves as a central educational hub for the local community within the Kanawha County School District. As a public secondary institution, it provides a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school is known for its role in fostering local pride, often serving as a gathering point for residents through its various extracurricular activities and community-focused initiatives.
Beyond its core academic offerings, NITRO HIGH SCHOOL maintains a diverse range of athletic programs, student organizations, and clubs that aim to develop the well-rounded character of its student body. The school culture is deeply rooted in the "Wildcats" spirit, with a long history of participating in West Virginia’s competitive interscholastic sports and arts scenes. By providing a structured environment that balances traditional instruction with opportunities for student growth, NITRO HIGH SCHOOL remains a cornerstone of the Nitro area, dedicated to nurturing the academic and personal development of its students.
For more information, contact NITRO HIGH SCHOOL at (304) 755-4321 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
NITRO, WV 25143
(304) 755-4321
NITRO HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in NITRO, WV with about 788 enrolled students. See other public high schools in West Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- Kanawha County Schools
- Total Students:
- 788
- Teachers:
- 41
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 788 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending NITRO HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 88% of the student body.
- White
- 88.3%
- Black or African American
- 7.0%
- Two or more races
- 2.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 1.8%
- Asian
- 0.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 48.2%
- Male
- 51.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.