Williamstown High School is a public high school in Williamstown, West Virginia, United States.
Serving 676 students in grades 6-12, Williamstown High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 676 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Williamstown High School serves the northeast part of Williamstown, WV, covering an area of approximately 43.3 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive, with an average distance of 7.1 miles to the school's edge, and the furthest point is about 10.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williamstown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Williamstown High School's student population of 676 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
676 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating Today, Preparing for Tomorrow
School Rankings
Williamstown High School ranks within the top 20% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williamstown High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#111 out of 617 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
4%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
92.6%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.6%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
The Yellow Jackets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williamstown High School's ranking?
Williamstown High School is ranked #111 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Williamstown High School often compared to?
Williamstown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parkersburg High School, Parkersburg South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Williamstown High School?
The graduation rate of Williamstown High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend Williamstown High School?
676 students attend Williamstown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Williamstown High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williamstown High School?
Williamstown High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Williamstown High School offer ?
Williamstown High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Williamstown High School part of?
Williamstown High School is part of Wood County Schools.
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