Terra Alta, West Virginia, is a small town in Preston County located near the Maryland border. Education is a priority for this community and it has one of the highest school ratings in the region. The local education system consists of one elementary school, one middle school, and two high schools. All of the educational institutions offer a comprehensive curriculum designed to provide students with an excellent foundation in core academic subjects and career-readiness skills. Students also have the opportunity to participate in extracurricular activities such as music and sports, allowing them to explore their interests outside of the classroom. Furthermore, Terra Alta encourages its families to be involved in their child’s schooling by offering regular parent-teacher conferences, tutoring programs and other support services. As a result, Terra Alta has become known for its commitment to providing quality education to all students regardless of their background or needs.
Terra Alta schools spend $13,007 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 15 pupils per teacher, 3,055 students per librarian, and 694 children per counselor.