For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 759 students in Elkins, WV.
The top-ranked public high schools in Elkins, WV are Randolph County Alternative Center and Elkins High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elkins, WV public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the West Virginia public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Elkins have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public high schools.
Elkins, WV public high school have a Graduation Rate of 96%, which is more than the West Virginia average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Elkins High School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in West Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public high school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Elkins, WV (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Randolph County Alternative Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1425 S Davis Ave
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 636-9157
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 636-9157
Gr: K-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Elkins High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 Kennedy Dr
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 636-9170
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 636-9170
Gr: 9-12 | 747 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: n/an/a
Randolph Technical Center
Vocational School
200 Kennedy Dr
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 636-9195
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 636-9195
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Elkins, WV?
The top-ranked public high schools in Elkins, WV include Randolph County Alternative Center and Elkins High School.
How many public high schools are located in Elkins?
3 public high schools are located in Elkins.
What is the racial composition of students in Elkins?
Elkins public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public high schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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