Serving 900 students in grades 9-12, Saint Albans 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 13% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 900 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saint Albans High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Saint Albans High School's student population of 900 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
900 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saint Albans 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 Saint Albans High School is 0.24, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#149 out of 627 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
6%
4%
White
87%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
91%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saint Albans High School's ranking?
Saint Albans High School is ranked #149 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Saint Albans High School often compared to?
Saint Albans High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nitro High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Saint Albans High School?
The graduation rate of Saint Albans High School is 94%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Saint Albans High School?
900 students attend Saint Albans High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Saint Albans High School students are White, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saint Albans High School?
Saint Albans High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Saint Albans High School offer ?
Saint Albans High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Saint Albans High School part of?
Saint Albans High School is part of Kanawha County Schools School District.
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