Tucker County Schools & Education
Tucker County, West Virginia
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
52/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
87.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
87.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 92.8%
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,400
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,773
School Score
52/100
Higher = better
State avg 62/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#41
of 55 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Tucker County
School Verdict
Tucker County performs at an average level with a school score of 52/100 and a solid graduation rate of 87.0%.
Funding Context
Tucker County spends $8,400 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Tucker County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 16% below the West Virginia average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 5.8 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 8% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Tucker County, West Virginia
Tucker County's intimate school network
Tucker County maintains just three public schools that serve a total of 961 students. The district structure consists of two elementary-middle combination schools and one high school.
High investment in student success
The county spends $8,400 per pupil, which is notably higher than the state average of $7,773. This investment supports an 87% graduation rate and a school score of 55.0, both of which meet or exceed national benchmarks.
Focused leadership in Tucker County
Tucker County Schools is the single district serving the area's 961 students, with zero charter schools. Tucker Valley Elementary Middle School is the largest campus, enrolling 463 students.
A purely rural educational experience
All three schools in the county are situated in rural locales, offering an average school size of 320 students. The environment is quiet and focused, with Davis Thomas Elementary Middle serving as the smallest campus with 205 students.
Small-town living with personalized schools
If you are looking for a district where every student is known, Tucker County's small enrollments are a major draw. Browse homes in the area to join a community that invests more in its students than the state average.
School Overview
Total Schools
3
in Tucker County
Total Enrollment
961
students
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
1 School District in Tucker County
TUCKER COUNTY SCHOOLS
3 Public Schools in Tucker County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TUCKER VALLEY ELEMENTARY MIDDLE SCHOOL | TUCKER COUNTY SCHOOLS | PK–8 | Primary | 463 |
| TUCKER COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL | TUCKER COUNTY SCHOOLS | 9–12 | High | 293 |
| DAVIS THOMAS ELEMENTARY MIDDLE SCHOOL | TUCKER COUNTY SCHOOLS | PK–8 | Primary | 205 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$8,400
State avg $7,773
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Tucker County, West Virginia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Tucker County, West Virginia?
Tucker County maintains just three public schools that serve a total of 961 students. The district structure consists of two elementary-middle combination schools and one high school.
How do schools in Tucker County perform academically?
The county spends $8,400 per pupil, which is notably higher than the state average of $7,773. This investment supports an 87% graduation rate and a school score of 55.0, both of which meet or exceed national benchmarks.
What are the major school districts in Tucker County, West Virginia?
Tucker County Schools is the single district serving the area's 961 students, with zero charter schools. Tucker Valley Elementary Middle School is the largest campus, enrolling 463 students.
What is the school experience like in Tucker County?
All three schools in the county are situated in rural locales, offering an average school size of 320 students. The environment is quiet and focused, with Davis Thomas Elementary Middle serving as the smallest campus with 205 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Tucker County, West Virginia?
If you are looking for a district where every student is known, Tucker County's small enrollments are a major draw. Browse homes in the area to join a community that invests more in its students than the state average.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.