For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 967 students in 24740, WV.
The top-ranked public high school in 24740, WV is Princeton Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 24740 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the West Virginia public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 24740, WV have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of West Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 24740 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the West Virginia average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Princeton Senior High School, with 85% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in West Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public high school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 24740, WV Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Princeton Senior High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1321 Stafford Dr
Princeton, WV 24740
(304) 425-8101
Princeton, WV 24740
(304) 425-8101
Gr: 9-12 | 967 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
24740, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alternative Learning Center (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
105 Old Bluefield Road
Princeton, WV 24740
(304) 487-1551
Princeton, WV 24740
(304) 487-1551
Gr: 7-9
Princeton Alternative Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
300 N. Johnston Street
Princeton, WV 24740
(304) 487-3138
Princeton, WV 24740
(304) 487-3138
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 24740, WV?
The top-ranked public high schools in 24740, WV include Princeton Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 24740?
1 public high schools are located in 24740.
What is the racial composition of students in 24740?
24740 public high schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public high schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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