For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,352 students in 25143, WV.
The top ranked public schools in 25143, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 25143 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 25143, WV have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
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School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rock Branch Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4616 1st Ave
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-0078
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-0078
Gr: PK-5 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Nitro High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1300 Park Ave
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-4321
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-4321
Gr: 9-12 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Nitro Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1921 19th St
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-2451
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-2451
Gr: PK-5 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 25143, WV?
The top ranked public schools in 25143, WV include Rock Branch Elementary School, Nitro High School and Nitro Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 25143?
3 public schools are located in 25143.
What is the racial composition of students in 25143?
25143 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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