Who We Are. . Located just 75 miles from Washington, D.C. in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia, Berkeley County is the fastest growing county in the state of West Virginia. Our close proximity to D.C., Baltimore, Pittsburgh, and Philadelphia makes Berkeley County an exciting place to live & learn. Berkeley County Schools boasts a diverse population recognized statewide for great success in academics, the arts and athletics. With 4 high schoo...