For the 2024-25 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 163 students in 26159, WV.
The top ranked public high school in 26159, WV is Paden City High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 26159 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the West Virginia public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 26159, WV have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 26159 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is less than the West Virginia average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Paden City High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in West Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public high school average of 11% (majority Black).
Best 26159, WV Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Paden City High School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
201 N Fourth Avenue
Paden City, WV 26159
(304) 337-2267
Paden City, WV 26159
(304) 337-2267
Grades: 7-12
| 163 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 26159, WV?
The top ranked public high schools in 26159, WV include Paden City High School.
How many public high schools are located in 26159?
1 public high schools are located in 26159.
What is the racial composition of students in 26159?
26159 public high schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public high schools average of 11% (majority Black).
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