Barbour County Schools


Summary:

The Barbour County Board Of Education district in West Virginia operates 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. The district as a whole is ranked 48 out of 55 districts in the state and is rated 1 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger.

Among the standout schools in the district, Junior Elementary consistently performs above the district and state averages on standardized test scores, especially in English Language Arts, and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. Belington Middle School also performs relatively well, with a 2-3 star rating and test scores generally higher than the district and state averages. While Philip Barbour High School Complex has an overall below-average performance, it has shown improvement, going from a 1-star to a 4-star rating in the past two years, and has a strong 92.5% four-year graduation rate.

The data reveals significant disparities in performance between the schools, with some elementary schools performing well above average and the middle schools struggling significantly. This suggests a need to better understand the factors contributing to these differences. The district has also seen declining enrollment, with the largest school, Philip Barbour High School Complex, having only 589 students. Addressing the disparities between schools and the broader district challenges will be crucial for enhancing educational outcomes for all students in the Barbour County Board Of Education district.

District Detail

 45 School St
Philippi, WV 26416-1600

 (304) 457-3030

SchoolDigger Rank:
48th of 55 West Virginia districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-12
Students: 1,969

Primary Schools: 4
Middle Schools: 2
High Schools: 1
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the West Virginia Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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