Summary:
Zip code 26164 is home to exactly one high school, Ravenswood High School, which serves grades 9 through 12 with a total enrollment of 397 students in the Jackson County area of West Virginia.
Ravenswood High School is a standout performer within an elite district. It is part of Jackson County Schools, which is ranked #1 out of 54 districts in the state with a 5-star rating. The school itself has climbed impressively in state rankings, moving from #15 in 2023-2024 to #8 out of 105 high schools for the 2025-2026 school year (92nd percentile, 5 stars). Academically, the school consistently outperforms state averages in every subject and year reported. In 2025-2026, 11th-grade proficiency rates were 30.0% in Mathematics (vs. 20.6% statewide), 61.4% in English Language Arts (vs. 51.2% statewide), and 32.9% in Science (vs. 23.6% statewide). English Language Arts is a clear strength, with proficiency more than 10 points above the state average. The graduation rate is also strong at 93.3%, slightly above both the district and state averages of 92.8%.
While the school shows overall excellence, there are a few areas to watch. Science proficiency dropped notably from 40.0% in 2024-2025 to 32.9% in 2025-2026, a decline of 7.1 points. Mathematics also saw a slight dip from 31.8% to 30.0% year-over-year, though it still maintains a nearly 10-point advantage over the state. The student-to-teacher ratio is a favorable 14.3:1, and per-student spending was $13,503 (2018-2019 data). One limitation is that free/reduced lunch data is not reported, which limits socioeconomic analysis. Overall, Ravenswood High School is a high-achieving school with strong literacy outcomes, a rising state ranking, and solid graduation rates, making it an excellent choice for families in this area.
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