Ritchie County Schools

District Overview
Situated at 134 S Penn Ave in Harrisville, West Virginia, Ritchie County Schools serves as an active, traditional public school district supporting a distant rural community. Across its five operational schools, the district offers a comprehensive educational pathway spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Currently enrolling 1,131 students, the district maintains a balanced student body across elementary, middle, and high school levels, fostering a close-knit learning environment focused on local academic growth and community connection.

To support academic achievement and student well-being, Ritchie County Schools relies on a strong network of professional educators and staff. The district employs a full-time equivalent workforce of 446 personnel, including 208 classroom teachers and 29 instructional aides, ensuring students benefit from focused instructional guidance. This academic team is bolstered by 209 dedicated support staff members who oversee daily operational, administrative, and student care needs. Families, prospective students, and educational researchers can explore additional district resources and programs by visiting their central administrative office in Harrisville or accessing their official website at ritchieschools.com.
5
Total Schools
1,131
Total Students
208.0
Full-Time Teachers
5.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Ritchie County Schools
Demographic Student Count
White1,092
Hispanic16
Black5
Asian5
Two or More12
American Indian1
  • White
    1,092 (96.6%)
  • Hispanic
    16 (1.4%)
  • Two or More
    12 (1.1%)
  • Black
    5 (0.4%)
  • Asian
    5 (0.4%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Ritchie County Schools
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary3
Middle1
High1
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:5
Students:1,131*
Teachers (FTE):208.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.4
Schools in Ritchie County Schools
Found 5 Schools