Lewis County High School was created in 1966 with the consolidation of Weston High School, Jane Lew High School and Walkersville High School in Lewis County, West Virginia, United States. The original Lewis County High School was located on Court Street in Weston, West Virginia.
Serving 729 students in grades 9-12, Lewis County 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 6-9% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 12% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 729 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewis County High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lewis County High School's student population of 729 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
729 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
Blue, Grey
School Rankings
Lewis County 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 Lewis County High School is 0.04, 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
#374 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
2%
Black
n/a
4%
White
98%
88%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
91%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
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 is Lewis County High School's ranking?
Lewis County High School is ranked #374 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Lewis County High School often compared to?
Lewis County High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Harrison High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lewis County High School?
The graduation rate of Lewis County High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Lewis County High School?
729 students attend Lewis County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Lewis County High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewis County High School?
Lewis County High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Lewis County High School offer ?
Lewis County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lewis County High School part of?
Lewis County High School is part of Lewis County Schools School District.
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