Serving 756 students in grades 8-12, Lewis County 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 15-19% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 756 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewis County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lewis County High School's student population of 756 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
756 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lewis County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lewis County High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#316 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
98%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
91%
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lewis County High School's ranking?
Lewis County High School is ranked #316 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Lewis County High School often compared to?
Lewis County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Harrison High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lewis County High School?
The graduation rate of Lewis County High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Lewis County High School?
756 students attend Lewis County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Lewis County High School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lewis County High School?
Lewis County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lewis County High School offer ?
Lewis County High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Lewis County High School part of?
Lewis County High School is part of Lewis County Schools School District.
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