Roane County High

Roane County Schools
1 Raider Way
Spencer, WV 25276
490 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Roane County High School, located at One Raider Way in Spencer, West Virginia, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the county. As the home of the "Raiders," the school functions as a central hub for the local community, emphasizing academic development alongside a variety of extracurricular activities. The school is situated in a rural setting, which shapes its close-knit culture and strong focus on fostering student engagement through both classroom instruction and regional athletics.

The facility is designed to provide a comprehensive high school experience, offering a range of college-preparatory coursework, vocational opportunities, and support services intended to prepare students for life after graduation. By balancing traditional academics with community-oriented events and traditions, Roane County High School strives to maintain a supportive environment that reflects the values and identity of the Spencer area, ensuring that students remain connected to their local roots while developing the skills necessary for their future paths.
490
Total Students
32.8
Full-Time Teachers
15.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    470 (95.9%)
  • Two or More
    8 (1.6%)
  • Black
    6 (1.2%)
  • Asian
    4 (0.8%)
  • Hispanic
    2 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Roane County Schools
Phone: (304)927-6420
Website: http://rchs.roanecountyschools.com
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 490
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 32.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 147
Grade 10 136
Grade 11 96
Grade 12 111
Gender Ratio