Serving 164 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 164 students
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in WV)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 5%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
United High School's student population of 164 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
164 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of United High School is 0.13, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
93%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% WV state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
How many students attend United High School?
164 students attend United High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of United High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does United High School offer ?
United High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is United High School part of?
United High School is part of Harrison County Schools School District.
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