For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 553 students in 24801, WV.
The top ranked public high school in 24801, WV is Mount View High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 24801 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the West Virginia public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 24801, WV have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of West Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 24801 have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the West Virginia average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mount View High School, with 80-84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in West Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the West Virginia public high school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 24801, WV Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mount View High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
950 Mount View Rd
Welch, WV 24801
(304) 436-2939
Welch, WV 24801
(304) 436-2939
Gr: 6-12 | 553 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
Mcdowell Career & Technology Center
Vocational School
1 Stadium Dr
Welch, WV 24801
(304) 436-3488
Welch, WV 24801
(304) 436-3488
Gr: 9-12
24801, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
960 Mount View Road
Welch, WV 24801
(304) 436-4657
Welch, WV 24801
(304) 436-4657
Gr: 6-8 | 389 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 24801, WV?
The top ranked public high schools in 24801, WV include Mount View High School.
How many public high schools are located in 24801?
2 public high schools are located in 24801.
What is the racial composition of students in 24801?
24801 public high schools minority enrollment is 24% 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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