Summary:
Gilmer County Schools is a small school district in West Virginia, with Gilmer County Schools serving as the sole high school in the area. This high school, Gilmer County High School, serves grades 6-12 and has a total enrollment of 446 students.
Gilmer County High School's performance has been somewhat inconsistent, with its statewide ranking fluctuating significantly from 20th out of 111 high schools in 2024-2025 to 97th out of 112 the previous year. The school's academic strengths lie in its higher-than-average ELA proficiency rates, particularly in 11th grade. However, math proficiency rates are generally lower, suggesting a need to focus on improving math instruction. The school's 92.5% four-year graduation rate for 2023-2024 is commendable, and its per-student spending of $15,180 and student-teacher ratio of 13.1 are both higher than the state averages.
Overall, Gilmer County High School appears to be a moderately performing school with some areas of strength, such as graduation rates and ELA proficiency, but also room for improvement, particularly in math. The school's fluctuating statewide ranking indicates the need for a closer examination of the factors driving these changes in performance over time.
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