For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 1,403 students in Clarksburg, WV.
The top ranked public high schools in Clarksburg, WV are United High School, Evolution High School and Robert C Byrd High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clarksburg, WV public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the West Virginia public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Clarksburg have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public high schools.
Clarksburg, WV public high school have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the West Virginia average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Liberty High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in West Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public high school average of 11% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Clarksburg, WV (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
United High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1349 Shinnston Pk
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 326-7560
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 326-7560
Grades: PK-12
| 119 students
Rank: #22.
Evolution High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1349 Shinnston Pk
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 326-7560
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 326-7560
Grades: PK-12
| 27 students
Rank: #33.
Robert C Byrd High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1 Eagle Way
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 326-7200
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 326-7200
Grades: 9-12
| 765 students
Rank: #44.
Liberty High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1 Mountaineer Dr
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 326-7470
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 326-7470
Grades: 9-12
| 485 students
Rank: #55.
Evolution Middle School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1349 Shinnston Pk
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 326-7560
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 326-7560
Grades: PK-12
| 7 students
Clarksburg, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1636 W Pike St
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 326-7070
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 326-7070
Grades: PK-5
| 213 students
Genesis Youth Center (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
535 Horner Ave
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 622-1907
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 622-1907
Grades: 6-11
| 13 students
Rt. 3, Box 43b
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 624-3260
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 624-3260
Grades: 6-8
| 308 students
Harrison County Evolution Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1349 Shinnston Pk
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 326-7560
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 326-7560
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Harrison County Magnet Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
One Eagle Way
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 624-3240
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 624-3240
Grades: Inquire with school
| 2 students
Harrison County Transitional Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1349 Shinnston Pk
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 326-7560
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 326-7560
Grades: 1-5
| 1 students
Pressley Ridge At Laurel Park High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
591 Pressley Ridge Road
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 627-2331
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 627-2331
Grades: 8-11
| 12 students
Pressley Ridge School (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
Rt. 5 Box 697
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 624-9875
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 624-9875
Grades: 7-11
| 33 students
Tri-county High School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
Rr 3 Box 43c
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 624-3290
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 624-3290
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
1040 Wilsonburg Rd
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 326-7640
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 326-7640
Grades: PK-5
| 170 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Clarksburg, WV?
The top ranked public high schools in Clarksburg, WV include United High School, Evolution High School and Robert C Byrd High School.
How many public high schools are located in Clarksburg?
5 public high schools are located in Clarksburg.
What is the racial composition of students in Clarksburg?
Clarksburg public high schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public high schools average of 11% (majority Black).
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