Serving 89 students in grades 9-12, United High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 11% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 89 students
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WV
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
United High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
United High School's student population of 89 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
89 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
United High School ranks within the top 20% of all 629 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of United High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.21. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#66 out of 629 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
2%
Black
2%
4%
White
96%
89%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (17-18)
46%
14%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is United High School's ranking?
United High School is ranked #66 out of 629 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% WV state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% WV state average).
How many students attend United High School?
89 students attend United High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of United High School students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does United High School offer ?
United High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is United High School part of?
United High School is part of Harrison County Schools School District.
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