WIRT COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
WIRT COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the Wirt County Schools school district, located in ELIZABETH, WV with about 273 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 23 teachers, WIRT COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.
WIRT COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL, located in Elizabeth, West Virginia, serves as the central educational hub for the students of Wirt County. As a small, rural public school, it plays a vital role in the community, fostering a close-knit environment where students and faculty often share long-standing connections. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum while preparing its students for success in both higher education and the regional workforce.
Beyond academics, WIRT COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL emphasizes the importance of extracurricular engagement through a variety of athletic programs, student organizations, and community-focused activities. The school takes great pride in its "Tigers" identity, and its sports teams and clubs serve as a focal point for school spirit and local pride. By maintaining a supportive atmosphere, the institution strives to balance traditional values with the modern educational needs of its student body, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped to contribute to their community and beyond.
For more information, contact WIRT COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL at (304) 275-4241 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
ELIZABETH, WV 26143
(304) 275-4241
WIRT COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in ELIZABETH, WV with about 273 enrolled students. See other public high schools in West Virginia
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- Wirt County Schools
- Total Students:
- 273
- Teachers:
- 23.7
- 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 273 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WIRT COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 98% of the student body.
- White
- 97.8%
- Black or African American
- 1.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 0.7%
- Asian
- 0.4%
- Female
- 46.9%
- Male
- 53.1%
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.