Paden City High School

Paden City High School

Public High School | Grade 7-12
201 N 4th Ave,  Paden City, WV
Wetzel County Schools
3.2
4.4
163 Students
C
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Average SAT Score
1080
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
12%
Reading Proficiency
42%
Average GPA
3.65
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

C
Academics
B+
Teachers
C-
College Prep
C+
Administration
B
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
B-
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.65
Reading Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
12%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers
18
Full Time Teachers
18
Teachers in First or Second Year
14.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
1080
Math
520
Verbal
570
Average ACT
22
Math
20
English
22
Reading
23
Science
21
Number of AP Courses
1
AP Pass Rate
0%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
56.2%
State Average
36.3%
Science
35.6%
State Average
32.8%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
180:1

Student Diversity

Female
52.1%
Male
47.9%
White
97.5%
Two or more races
1.2%
Hispanic
1.2%
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Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
West Liberty University 36 Students
West Virginia University 34 Students
Fairmont State University 22 Students
Marshall University 18 Students
West Virginia State University 13 Students
Ohio University 12 Students
University of Kentucky 9 Students
Concord University 9 Students
West Virginia University at Parkersburg 9 Students
Wheeling University 8 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 10 Students
Psychology 7 Students
Music Teacher Education 5 Students
Biology 4 Students
Criminology 3 Students
Education 3 Students
Physical Therapy 3 Students
Dental Hygiene 3 Students
Cosmetology 3 Students
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 3 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.2 15 Reviews
4.0 Alum
11/4/2024
Though the school is vastly different since just last year, I feel that I was adequately prepared for higher education, and had a very good time in high school.
1.0 NicheUser
1/29/2016
If you are one of the "special" named families, this school is for you. Else, everything your child does is either, ridiculed, put down, or ignored by many of the teachers. Asking for help? Unless you are a "donor" class or a special family, forget getting assistance. Several times, I've pointed out errors in information presented to the kids, and each time, was told, "you don't belong here". In retaliation, Social Services was called.
3.0 NicheUser
1/29/2016
Being a small community, this isn't an issue since everyone knows everyone else; however, I have walked the halls of the school without challenge. When my kids were there, cameras were not set up correctly and we had an issue with a bully that should have been caught on camera. Funny, the camera was turned away. If you are not "local" do not trust the anti-bullying policies.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.4 5 Reviews
5.0 parent
4/25/2012
Paden City High School is an excellent choice for your child's education. The rigorous curriculum and individualized attention allows for exemplary preparation for colleges and universities as well as 21st Century Skills for ALL students. PCHS has a caring and excellent staff that drives students an...
5.0 parent
7/12/2011
To the parent whose childs grades slipped: The beauty of this school is that there is so much opportunity for individualized attention. Did your child stay after school for help? Did they come in early? What about ISE days? This school is quite rigorous, unlike other schools where you came from (lik...
2.0 parent
12/4/2010
Many have been here a long time. Many are doing time until they can claim their retirement. I expected some slippage of my childs grades when we moved to Paden City. I was shocked to see that within six months, they took a student who made "A's" and "B's" and had them failing in two of their best su...
5.0 parent
3/22/2010
Paden City High School is an excellent school. It provides an excellent jump start for college. As a graduate and a parent of students I believe this school is one of the best in the country. I have dealt with people from all over the United States and I know I have received a quality education that...

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