For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 513 students in 26431, WV.
The top ranked public high school in 26431, WV is Lincoln High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 26431 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the West Virginia public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 26431, WV have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 26431 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the West Virginia average of 91%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lincoln High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in West Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the West Virginia public high school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26431, WV Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lincoln High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
100 Jerry Toth Dr
Shinnston, WV 26431
(304) 326-7400
Shinnston, WV 26431
(304) 326-7400
Grades: 9-12
| 513 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 26431, WV?
The top ranked public high schools in 26431, WV include Lincoln High School.
How many public high schools are located in 26431?
1 public high schools are located in 26431.
What is the racial composition of students in 26431?
26431 public high schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the West Virginia public high schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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