For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,242 students in Williamstown, WV (there are 1 private school, serving 317 private students). 80% of all K-12 students in Williamstown, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top ranked public schools in Williamstown, WV are Williamstown Elementary School and Williamstown High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Williamstown, WV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Williamstown have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public school average of 11% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Williamstown, WV (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Williamstown Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
430 Caroline Ave
Williamstown, WV 26187
(304) 375-7675
Williamstown, WV 26187
(304) 375-7675
Grades: PK-5
| 561 students
Rank: #22.
Williamstown High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
219 W 5th St
Williamstown, WV 26187
(304) 375-6151
Williamstown, WV 26187
(304) 375-6151
Grades: 6-12
| 681 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Williamstown, WV?
The top ranked public schools in Williamstown, WV include Williamstown Elementary School and Williamstown High School.
How many public schools are located in Williamstown, WV?
2 public schools are located in Williamstown, WV.
What percentage of students in Williamstown, WV go to public school?
80% of all K-12 students in Williamstown, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in Williamstown, WV?
Williamstown, WV public schools minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the West Virginia public schools average of 11% (majority Black).
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