For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,824 students in 26501, WV.
The top-ranked public high school in 26501, WV is Morgantown High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 26501 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the West Virginia public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 26501, WV have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of West Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 26501 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the West Virginia average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Morgantown High School, with 94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in West Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the West Virginia public high school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26501, WV Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Morgantown High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
109 Wilson Ave
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9260
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9260
Gr: 9-12 | 1,824 student Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
Monongalia Technical Education Center
Vocational School
1000 Mississippi St
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9240
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9240
Gr: 9-12
26501, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
403 Schley Street
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9320
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 291-9320
Gr: PK-5 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
1702 River Road
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 983-2345
Morgantown, WV 26501
(304) 983-2345
Gr: PK-5 | 81 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 26501, WV?
The top-ranked public high schools in 26501, WV include Morgantown High School.
How many public high schools are located in 26501?
2 public high schools are located in 26501.
What is the racial composition of students in 26501?
26501 public high schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the West Virginia public high schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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