University High School is a senior high school in unincorporated Monongalia County, West Virginia, near Morgantown. A part of Monongalia County Schools, it houses just over 1,250 students. It is a part of the Monongalia County Schools.
Serving 1,371 students in grades 9-12, University High School ranks in the top 30% 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 28% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: University High School serves the eastern part of Morgantown, WV, covering an attendance zone of approximately 145.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located up to 13.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
University High School's student population of 1,371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,371 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1925
School Rankings
University High School ranks within the top 30% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University High School is 0.24, 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
#172 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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
96%
92.6%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.9%
33.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Crimson, Gold, Old gold
School Mascot
Hawk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University High School's ranking?
University High School is ranked #172 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are University High School often compared to?
University High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morgantown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of University High School?
The graduation rate of University High School is 96%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend University High School?
1,371 students attend University High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of University High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University High School?
University High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does University High School offer ?
University High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is University High School part of?
University High School is part of Monongalia County Schools.
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