Weir High School is a secondary public high school in the town of Weirton, West Virginia. It was established in 1916. Today, Weir High School is home to roughly 601 students in grades 9 through 12. It is a part of the Hancock County school district.
Serving 570 students in grades 9-12, Weir High School ranks in the bottom 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 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 570 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weir High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Weir High School's student population of 570 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
570 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1916
School Calendar
School Rankings
Weir High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weir High School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.22. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#376 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
28%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
4%
4%
White
89%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
91%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
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: The Red Rider
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weir High School's ranking?
Weir High School is ranked #376 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
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 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Weir High School?
The graduation rate of Weir High School is 95%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Weir High School?
570 students attend Weir High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Weir High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Weir High School?
Weir High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Weir High School offer ?
Weir High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Weir High School part of?
Weir High School is part of Hancock County Schools School District.
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