Serving 658 students in grades 9-12, Grafton 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 3% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% 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: Grafton High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Grafton, WV, covering approximately 175.7 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 10.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grafton High School's student population of 658 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
658 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Grafton 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 Grafton High School is 0.06, 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
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
3%
Black
2%
4%
White
97%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
91%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grafton High School's ranking?
Grafton 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 Grafton High School often compared to?
Grafton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgeport 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 Grafton High School?
The graduation rate of Grafton High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Grafton High School?
658 students attend Grafton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Grafton High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grafton High School?
Grafton High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Grafton High School offer ?
Grafton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grafton High School part of?
Grafton High School is part of Taylor County Schools.
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