Best Jefferson County Public High Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,793 students in Jefferson County, WV.
The top ranked public high schools in Jefferson County, WV are Washington High School and Jefferson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jefferson County, WV public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the West Virginia public high school average of 23%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Jefferson County have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of West Virginia public high schools.
Jefferson County, WV public high school have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is less than the West Virginia average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Washington High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in West Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the West Virginia public high school average of 10% (majority Black).

Best Public High Schools in Jefferson County (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington High School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
300 Washington Patriots Drive
Charles Town, WV 25414
(304) 885-5110
Grades: 9-12
| 1,344 students
Rank: #22.
Jefferson High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
4141 Flowing Springs Road
Shenandoah Junction, WV 25442
(304) 725-8491
Grades: 9-12
| 1,449 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in Jefferson County, WV

Jefferson County Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
175 Lowery Lane
Harpers Ferry, WV 25425
(304) 724-3307
Grades: PK-1
| 175 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in Jefferson County, WV?
The top ranked public high schools in Jefferson County, WV include Washington High School and Jefferson High School.
How many public high schools are located in Jefferson County, WV?
2 public high schools are located in Jefferson County, WV.
What is the racial composition of students in Jefferson County, WV?
Jefferson County, WV public high schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the West Virginia public high schools average of 10% (majority Black).

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