Shady Spring High School is a high school in Shady Spring, West Virginia, which is a suburb of Beckley, West Virginia, including the gated community of Glade Springs, West Virginia. It is managed by the Raleigh County School District.
Serving 786 students in grades 9-12, Shady Spring High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 786 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shady Spring High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Shady Spring High School's student population of 786 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
786 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1925
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow.
School Mascot
Tigers
School Rankings
Shady Spring High School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shady Spring High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#212 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
95%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
91%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shady Spring High School's ranking?
Shady Spring High School is ranked #212 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Shady Spring High School often compared to?
Shady Spring High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodrow Wilson High School, Independence High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shady Spring High School?
The graduation rate of Shady Spring High School is 95%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Shady Spring High School?
786 students attend Shady Spring High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Shady Spring High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shady Spring High School?
Shady Spring High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Shady Spring High School offer ?
Shady Spring High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shady Spring High School part of?
Shady Spring High School is part of Raleigh County Schools School District.
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