Can I use Ohio County's school score to choose a house?

No. Use the Ohio County school score as a first-pass county screen, then verify the exact district, attendance boundary, transfer rules, and grade pathway for any address you are considering.

Does SchoolsByCounty confirm school attendance boundaries in Ohio County?

No. SchoolsByCounty publishes NCES and Census-backed public-school records. Attendance zones, magnet eligibility, charter lotteries, transportation, and transfer rules must be confirmed with local districts.

How should parents compare public schools in Ohio County?

Start with the 13 listed public schools and 1 district entry, then compare similar grade bands and confirm the address-level rules locally.

Ohio County Schools & Education

Name: Ohio County, West Virginia Education Data
Creator: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

Ohio County, West Virginia

NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance data

School Score

86/100

Percentile-style score

Score Band

Higher Signal

Graduation Rate

98.0%

National avg 87.5%

Education Statistics

Graduation Rate

98.0%

National avg 87.5%

State avg 92.8%

Per-Pupil Spending

$8,576

National avg $13,239

State avg $7,773

School Score

86/100

Percentile-style score

State avg 62/100

State Score Position

of 55 counties by score

Education Data Brief: Ohio County

Measured School Summary

Ohio County has a higher measured school signal with a school score of 86/100 and a graduation rate of 98.0%, based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-score inputs.

Funding Context

Ohio County spends $8,576 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.

Neighbor Context

Its school score is 39% above the West Virginia average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 5.2 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 10% higher than the state norm.

School Data Brief

How to read Ohio County before comparing districts

County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.

Local context that changes the interpretation

13 public schools and 1 district are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.

Overall screen

86/100

Higher measured signal. Ranks #5 of 55 West Virginia counties with school score data.

Completion

98.0%

5.2 pts above the state average

Funding context

$8,576

$803 above the state average

School coverage

1 district represented in the county school list.

Start with measured county context

This county screens well on the combined school metrics available here. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.

Check the local school mix

Ohio County has 13 public schools across 1 district, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.

Verify local rules

Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.

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Parent decision brief

What Ohio County school data means before you move

County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.

Dominant-district county

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS carries most of the listed public-school system, with 13 of 13 schools. Start there, then verify whether your target address sits inside that district slice.

State position

of 55 West Virginia counties with school score data. The county score is 24 points above the state average.

Data confidence

Usable

3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.

K-12 continuity check

These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS

Elementary to high school visible

4,953 students

Elementary 9Middle 3High 1Other 0

13 listed schools in this county slice.

District reality check

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS is the largest listed district slice, with 13 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.

What the data cannot tell you

NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.

Questions to ask before choosing an address

Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Ohio County?

Which attendance zones, transfer rules, and transportation policies apply inside the local district?

What changes at the elementary-to-middle and middle-to-high transitions in the district pathway we would likely use?

If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?

Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?

Education Overview

About Schools in Ohio County, West Virginia

This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.

Wheeling's Urban and Diverse School System

Ohio County supports 13 public schools serving a large student body of 4,953. The landscape features nine elementary schools and the massive Wheeling Park High School.

Leading the State in Graduation Rates

Ohio County boasts an elite 98.0% graduation rate, far exceeding the 87% national average. The county spends $8,576 per pupil, which is significantly higher than the West Virginia state average.

Ohio County Schools and Enrollment

The single district of Ohio County Schools manages nearly 5,000 students across its 13 campuses. No charter schools are currently active in this district.

A Mix of City and Suburb

Nine schools are located in city settings, giving the district a distinct urban feel compared to its neighbors. Wheeling Park High School is the largest facility, enrolling 1,490 students.

School Overview

Total Schools

in Ohio County

Reported Enrollment

4,953

13 schools reporting

School Districts

district

Charter Schools

0% of total

School Level Breakdown

Elementary9

Middle3

High1

Other0

1 School District in Ohio County

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS

Guide

13 schools

4,953 students enrolled

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13 Public Schools in Ohio County

Sorted by reported enrollment. Dedicated profile pages are available for 1 high-enrollment school; every NCES public school remains listed here.

NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance data

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Public schools in Ohio County, including district, location, profile availability, grades, type, and enrollment.
School Name	Profile	District	Location	Grades	Type / Flags	Reported Enrollment
WHEELING PARK HIGH SCHOOL	Profile	OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS	WHEELING, 26003Rural: Fringe	9–12	High	1,490
WARWOOD SCHOOL	Record	OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS	WHEELING, 26003City: Small	PK–8	Primary	516
WOODSDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Record	OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS	WHEELING, 26003City: Small	PK–5	Primary	437
TRIADELPHIA MIDDLE SCHOOL	Record	OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS	WHEELING, 26003City: Small	6–8	Middle	390
ELM GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Record	OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS	WHEELING, 26003City: Small	PK–5	Primary	330
RITCHIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Record	OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS	WHEELING, 26003City: Small	PK–5	Primary	285
BRIDGE STREET MIDDLE SCHOOL	Record	OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS	WHEELING, 26003City: Small	6–8	Middle	278
STEENROD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Record	OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS	WHEELING, 26003City: Small	PK–5	Primary	278
MADISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Record	OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS	WHEELING, 26003City: Small	PK–5	Primary	277
MIDDLE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Record	OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS	TRIADELPHIA, 26059Rural: Fringe	PK–5	Primary	233
WHEELING MIDDLE SCHOOL	Record	OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS	WHEELING, 26003City: Small	6–8	Middle	192
BETHLEHEM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Record	OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS	WHEELING, 26003Suburb: Small	PK–5	Primary	125
WEST LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Record	OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS	WHEELING, 26003Rural: Fringe	PK–5	Primary	122

WHEELING PARK HIGH SCHOOL

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS

WHEELING, 26003 / Rural: Fringe

Profile9–12High1,490 students

WARWOOD SCHOOL

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS

WHEELING, 26003 / City: Small

RecordPK–8Primary516 students

WOODSDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS

WHEELING, 26003 / City: Small

RecordPK–5Primary437 students

TRIADELPHIA MIDDLE SCHOOL

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS

WHEELING, 26003 / City: Small

Record6–8Middle390 students

ELM GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS

WHEELING, 26003 / City: Small

RecordPK–5Primary330 students

RITCHIE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS

WHEELING, 26003 / City: Small

RecordPK–5Primary285 students

BRIDGE STREET MIDDLE SCHOOL

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS

WHEELING, 26003 / City: Small

Record6–8Middle278 students

STEENROD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS

WHEELING, 26003 / City: Small

RecordPK–5Primary278 students

MADISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS

WHEELING, 26003 / City: Small

RecordPK–5Primary277 students

MIDDLE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS

TRIADELPHIA, 26059 / Rural: Fringe

RecordPK–5Primary233 students

WHEELING MIDDLE SCHOOL

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS

WHEELING, 26003 / City: Small

Record6–8Middle192 students

BETHLEHEM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS

WHEELING, 26003 / Suburb: Small

RecordPK–5Primary125 students

WEST LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

OHIO COUNTY SCHOOLS

WHEELING, 26003 / Rural: Fringe

RecordPK–5Primary122 students

Education Funding Detail

Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure

$8,576

State avg $7,773

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which West Virginia counties have the highest graduation rates?

Harrison County (98.0%), Ohio County (98.0%), and Putnam County (98.0%) currently lead West Virginia among counties with available NCES four-year adjusted cohort graduation-rate data. This answer is generated from the same dataset used in the county table and can change when federal data refreshes.

What is per-pupil spending like in West Virginia?

Across West Virginia counties with available NCES district-finance data, average per-pupil spending is $7,773. The highest current county values are Doddridge County ($12,943), Wetzel County ($11,343), and Tyler County ($10,519). Compare counties in the table before treating the statewide average as representative of a local district.

How should I read the school score in Ohio County?

Ohio County has a school score of 86/100, which is a higher measured signal in this county-level index. This score is calculated from available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance data, with school-level records shown separately below.

What is the graduation rate in Ohio County?

The high school graduation rate in Ohio County is 98.0%, which is above the national average of 87.5%. This figure is based on NCES district-level data for public high schools in the county.

How much does Ohio County spend per student?

Ohio County spends $8,576 per pupil annually on public education, based on NCES district finance data. Current operating spending per fall enrollment, including instruction, support services, administration, transportation, and operations. It excludes capital outlays and debt service in the SchoolsByCounty methodology.

Frequently Asked Questions

Schools in Ohio County, West Virginia — FAQ

What does the school system look like in Ohio County, West Virginia?

Ohio County supports 13 public schools serving a large student body of 4,953. The landscape features nine elementary schools and the massive Wheeling Park High School.

How do schools in Ohio County perform academically?

Ohio County boasts an elite 98.0% graduation rate, far exceeding the 87% national average. The county spends $8,576 per pupil, which is significantly higher than the West Virginia state average.

What are the major school districts in Ohio County, West Virginia?

The single district of Ohio County Schools manages nearly 5,000 students across its 13 campuses. No charter schools are currently active in this district.

What is the school experience like in Ohio County?

Nine schools are located in city settings, giving the district a distinct urban feel compared to its neighbors. Wheeling Park High School is the largest facility, enrolling 1,490 students.

Counties with Similar School Profile

Wetzel County

West Virginia

+1 pts

87/100

School score

Harrison County

West Virginia

-2 pts

84/100

School score

Pendleton County

West Virginia

+2 pts

89/100

School score

By Evan Brooks, Data EditorUpdated May 13, 2026Reviewed by Evan Brooks, Data Editor

Data Sources

Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.

Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.

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