River View High School is a public high school in Bradshaw, West Virginia. The school is located on the grounds of the old Bradshaw Junior High School, in the mountains of McDowell County, West Virginia. It is one of two high schools in the county, with the other being Mount View High School.
Serving 405 students in grades 9-12, River View High School ranks in the bottom 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 6-9% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
River View High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
River View High School's student population of 405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
2009
Colors
Black, Purple, Silver
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating Tomorrow’s Problem Solvers Today
School Rankings
River View High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of River View High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#540 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
2%
4%
White
98%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
91%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is River View High School's ranking?
River View High School is ranked #540 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of River View High School?
The graduation rate of River View High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend River View High School?
405 students attend River View High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of River View High School students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of River View High School?
River View High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does River View High School offer ?
River View High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is River View High School part of?
River View High School is part of Mcdowell County Schools.
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