PAW PAW HIGH SCHOOL

PAW PAW HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the Morgan County Schools school district, located in PAW PAW, WV with about 77 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 10 teachers, PAW PAW HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. 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.

PAW PAW HIGH SCHOOL is a small, public secondary school located in the rural community of Paw Paw, West Virginia. As a staple of the local area, the school serves a tight-knit community, fostering an environment where students often benefit from smaller class sizes and personalized attention from faculty and staff. Its location on Pirate Circle reflects the school’s identity and spirit, with the "Pirate" mascot serving as a central point of pride for the student body and the surrounding town.

The school functions as a focal point for the Paw Paw community, often bridging the gap between academic instruction and extracurricular engagement. Given its size and location, PAW PAW HIGH SCHOOL emphasizes a supportive educational atmosphere where students are encouraged to participate in school activities and build strong relationships with their peers and teachers. While it faces the typical challenges of a rural educational setting, the school remains dedicated to preparing its students for their post-graduation goals, whether they choose to enter the workforce, the military, or pursue higher education.

For more information, contact PAW PAW HIGH SCHOOL at (304) 947-7425 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.