Lewis County High School vs Nicholas County High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in West Virginia, United States, 83 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lewis County High School
Weston · Public high · Grades 9–12
703 students
Nicholas County High School
Summersville · Public high · Grades 9–12
708 students
| Measure | Lewis County High School Weston, West Virginia | Nicholas County High School Summersville, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #80 of 110 | #93 of 110 |
| National rank | #14078 of 16,910 | #14578 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 703 | 708 |
| Enrollment | 703 | 708 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 22% |
| city | Weston | Summersville |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lewis County High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.5 vs 24.0).
- •Nicholas County High School does better on math proficiency (22% vs 17%).
- •Lewis County High School does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 17.3).
- •Nicholas County High School is the larger school with 708 students compared with 703.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Lewis County High School better than Nicholas County High School?
On the Success Index (US), Lewis County High School ranks higher (26.5 vs 24.0 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Lewis County High School and Nicholas County High School?
About 83 km in a straight line, between Weston and Summersville in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lewis County High School: 703. Nicholas County High School: 708. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lewis County High School and Nicholas County High School rank in West Virginia?
Lewis County High School is 80th of 110 and Nicholas County High School is 93rd of 110 among high schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).