Serving 1,859 students in grades 9-12, Morgantown High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,859 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morgantown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Morgantown High School's student population of 1,859 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,859 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Morgantown High School ranks within the top 30% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morgantown High School is 0.37, which is more 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
#126 out of 627 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
4%
2%
Black
6%
4%
White
79%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
91%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morgantown High School's ranking?
Morgantown High School is ranked #126 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Morgantown High School often compared to?
Morgantown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like University High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Morgantown High School?
The graduation rate of Morgantown High School is 93%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Morgantown High School?
1,859 students attend Morgantown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Morgantown High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Morgantown High School?
Morgantown High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Morgantown High School offer ?
Morgantown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Morgantown High School part of?
Morgantown High School is part of Monongalia County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Morgantown High School located?
Morgantown High School is located in the South Park neighborhood of Morgantown, WV.
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