Matewan High School serves 196 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 30-39% (which was lower than the West Virginia state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 30-39% (which was lower than the West Virginia state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 was lower than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment was 4% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
196 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)30-39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)30-39%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
4%
4%
White
96%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(10-11)75-79%
78%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% WV state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Matewan High School?
The graduation rate of Matewan High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 78%.
How many students attend Matewan High School?
196 students attend Matewan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Matewan High School students are White, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Matewan High School?
Matewan High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Matewan High School offer ?
Matewan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Matewan High School part of?
Matewan High School is part of Mingo County Schools School District.
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