Serving 1,754 students in grades 9-12, Morgantown High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,754 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Morgantown High School serves the southeastern part of its school district in Morgantown, WV, covering an area of approximately 105.5 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 12.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morgantown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Morgantown High School's student population of 1,754 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,754 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1883
School Rankings
Morgantown High School ranks within the top 20% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morgantown High School is 0.37, which is more 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
#103 out of 617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
92.6%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Red
School Mascot
Mohigan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morgantown High School's ranking?
Morgantown High School is ranked #103 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Morgantown High School often compared to?
Morgantown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like University High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Morgantown High School?
The graduation rate of Morgantown High School is 94%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend Morgantown High School?
1,754 students attend Morgantown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Morgantown High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morgantown High School?
Morgantown High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Morgantown High School offer ?
Morgantown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Morgantown High School part of?
Morgantown High School is part of Monongalia County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Morgantown High School located?
Morgantown High School is located in the South Park neighborhood of Morgantown, WV.
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