Nitro High School vs Poca High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in West Virginia, United States, 5.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nitro High School
Nitro · Public high · Grades 9–12
818 students
Poca High School
Poca · Public high · Grades 9–12
410 students
| Measure | Nitro High School Nitro, West Virginia | Poca High School Poca, West Virginia |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 36 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #36 of 110 | #38 of 110 |
| National rank | #11951 of 16,910 | #12002 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 818 | 410 |
| Enrollment | 818 | 410 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 20.5 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 22% |
| city | Nitro | Poca |
| state | West Virginia | West Virginia |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (36.1 vs 35.9).
- •Nitro High School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Poca High School does better on students per teacher (12.8 vs 20.5).
- •Nitro High School is the larger school with 818 students compared with 410.
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 Nitro High School better than Poca High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Nitro High School and Poca High School?
About 5.0 km in a straight line, between Nitro and Poca in West Virginia.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nitro High School: 818. Poca High School: 410. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nitro High School and Poca High School rank in West Virginia?
Nitro High School is 36th of 110 and Poca High School is 38th of 110 among high schools in West Virginia on the 2025 Success Index (US).