University High School is a senior high school in unincorporated Monongalia County, West Virginia, near Morgantown. A part of Monongalia County Schools, it houses just over 1,250 students. It is a part of the Monongalia County Schools.
Serving 1,374 students in grades 9-12, University High School ranks in the top 30% 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 28% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
University High School's student population of 1,374 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1925
Colors
Black, Crimson, Gold, Old gold
School Rankings
University High School ranks within the top 30% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University High School is 0.24, which is more 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
#172 out of 617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
2%
Black
3%
4%
White
87%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
91%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University High School's ranking?
University High School is ranked #172 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are University High School often compared to?
University High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morgantown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of University High School?
The graduation rate of University High School is 96%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend University High School?
1,374 students attend University High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of University High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University High School?
University High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does University High School offer ?
University High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is University High School part of?
University High School is part of Monongalia County Schools School District.
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