For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 527 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 12% (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 3/10, 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 92%.
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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public high school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26431, WV Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln High School
(Math: 10-14% | 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
Gr: 9-12 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public high schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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