WEBSTER COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL

WEBSTER COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the Webster County Schools school district, located in UPPERGLADE, WV with about 580 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 41 teachers, WEBSTER COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

WEBSTER COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL, located on Highlander Drive in Upperglade, West Virginia, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the students of Webster County. As a rural school district, the high school plays a central role in the community, providing a comprehensive curriculum that aims to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school is known for its mascot, the Highlanders, reflecting the mountainous topography of the region and fostering a strong sense of school spirit among its student body.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school functions as a focal point for community life in Upperglade, hosting various extracurricular activities, athletics, and local events. Like many schools in the region, it faces the unique challenges and opportunities associated with rural education, often emphasizing close-knit relationships between students, staff, and the surrounding community. By focusing on traditional core subjects alongside vocational and elective opportunities, WEBSTER COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL remains committed to the academic and personal development of the youth in the heart of the Mountain State.

For more information, contact WEBSTER COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL at (304) 226-5772 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.