Serving 520 students in grades 9-12, Clay County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clay County High School serves the entire district of Clay, WV, covering an area of approximately 343.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a driving time of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 15.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clay County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Clay County High School's student population of 520 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
520 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Motto
'Home of the Panthers'
School Rankings
Clay County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clay County High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#376 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
n/a
4%
White
98%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
91%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clay County High School's ranking?
Clay County High School is ranked #376 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Clay County High School often compared to?
Clay County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Braxton County High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clay County High School?
The graduation rate of Clay County High School is 95%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Clay County High School?
520 students attend Clay County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Clay County High School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clay County High School?
Clay County High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Clay County High School offer ?
Clay County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clay County High School part of?
Clay County High School is part of Clay County Schools.
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