For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,352 students in 25143, WV.
The top-ranked public schools in 25143, WV are Rock Branch Elementary School, Nitro High School and Nitro Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 25143 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 25143, WV have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 25143, WV Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rock Branch Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4616 1st Ave
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-0078
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-0078
Gr: PK-5 | 197 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Nitro High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1300 Park Ave
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-4321
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-4321
Gr: 9-12 | 798 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #33.
Nitro Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1921 19th St
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-2451
Nitro, WV 25143
(304) 755-2451
Gr: PK-5 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 25143, WV?
The top-ranked public schools in 25143, WV include Rock Branch Elementary School, Nitro High School and Nitro Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 25143?
3 public schools are located in 25143.
What is the racial composition of students in 25143?
25143 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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