Robert C. Byrd High School is a public school in Clarksburg, West Virginia. The school, which serves grades 9-12, is a part of Harrison County Schools. The school serves a vast majority of the city of Clarksburg, West Virginia, along with the towns of Nutter Fort, West Virginia and Stonewood, West Virginia.
Serving 696 students in grades 9-12, Robert C Byrd High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert C Byrd High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Robert C Byrd High School's student population of 696 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
696 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Blue, Green
School Rankings
Robert C Byrd High School ranks within the top 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert C Byrd High School is 0.22, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#288 out of 617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
2%
Black
4%
4%
White
88%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
91%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bald Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert C Byrd High School's ranking?
Robert C Byrd High School is ranked #288 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Robert C Byrd High School often compared to?
Robert C Byrd High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgeport High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Robert C Byrd High School?
The graduation rate of Robert C Byrd High School is 92%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Robert C Byrd High School?
696 students attend Robert C Byrd High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Robert C Byrd High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert C Byrd High School?
Robert C Byrd High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Robert C Byrd High School offer ?
Robert C Byrd High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Robert C Byrd High School part of?
Robert C Byrd High School is part of Harrison County Schools School District.
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