Montcalm High School, a "school within a school", is located in Montcalm, West Virginia, United States. It is the smallest secondary school in the Mercer County Schools district, and currently has approximately 375 students enrolled in grades 7-12.
Serving 282 students in grades 7-12, Montcalm 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 20-24% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montcalm High School's student population of 282 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1931
School Rankings
Montcalm High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 627 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montcalm High School is 0.08, which is less 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
#546 out of 627 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
96%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
91%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: General
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montcalm High School's ranking?
Montcalm High School is ranked #546 out of 627 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Montcalm High School often compared to?
Montcalm High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bluefield High School, Pikeview High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montcalm High School?
The graduation rate of Montcalm High School is 90%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Montcalm High School?
282 students attend Montcalm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Montcalm High School students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montcalm High School?
Montcalm High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Montcalm High School offer ?
Montcalm High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Montcalm High School part of?
Montcalm High School is part of Mercer County Schools School District.
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