For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,161 students in Charles Town, WV (there are , serving 143 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Charles Town, WV are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
The top ranked public schools in Charles Town, WV are Wright Denny Intermediate School, Washington High School and South Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Charles Town, WV public schools have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the West Virginia public school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Charles Town have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the West Virginia public school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Charles Town, WV (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wright Denny Intermediate School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
209 W Congress St
Charles Town, WV 25414
(304) 725-2513
Charles Town, WV 25414
(304) 725-2513
Grades: 3-5
| 337 students
Rank: #22.
Washington High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
300 Washington Patriots Dr
Charles Town, WV 25414
(304) 885-5110
Charles Town, WV 25414
(304) 885-5110
Grades: 9-12
| 1,384 students
Rank: #33.
South Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4599 Summit Point Rd
Charles Town, WV 25414
(304) 728-9216
Charles Town, WV 25414
(304) 728-9216
Grades: PK-5
| 448 students
Rank: #44.
Charles Town Middle School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
193 High St
Charles Town, WV 25414
(304) 725-7821
Charles Town, WV 25414
(304) 725-7821
Grades: 6-8
| 631 students
Rank: n/an/a
370 Page Jackson School Rd
Charles Town, WV 25414
(304) 728-9212
Charles Town, WV 25414
(304) 728-9212
Grades: PK-2
| 361 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Charles Town, WV?
The top ranked public schools in Charles Town, WV include Wright Denny Intermediate School, Washington High School and South Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Charles Town?
5 public schools are located in Charles Town.
What percentage of students in Charles Town go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Charles Town are educated in public schools (compared to the WV state average of 95%).
What is the racial composition of students in Charles Town?
Charles Town public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the West Virginia public schools average of 12% (majority Black).
Which public schools in Charles Town are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Charles Town include: Wright Denny Intermediate School vs. South Jefferson Elementary School
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