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Very Good

#194 of 635 schools in WV

Top 30% in state

Cameron High School

High School · MARSHALL COUNTY SCHOOLS

2012 Blue and Gold Rd, Cameron, WV 26033

Enrollment

298

Student-Teacher

8.5:1

Score

7.3

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#194 of 635

In Cameron

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#5 of 13

MARSHALL COUNTY SCHOOLS

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Cameron High School

7.3/10

High School in Cameron · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.3/10

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About Cameron High School

Cameron High School is a public high school in Cameron, WV, part of MARSHALL COUNTY SCHOOLS. Cameron High School serves approximately 298 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cameron High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #194 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Cameron High School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.2
  • WV avg 5.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Cameron High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Cameron High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Cameron High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change+4.68 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.2Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2025 WVGSA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33% (2025 WVGSA)
Math vs. State Avg+1.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.4 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2025 WVGSA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 WVGSA)
vs. Expected-9.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
College Readiness8.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%+
AP Participation14.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,263
Chronic Absenteeism42.6%

Cameron High School — Students at Cameron High School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores WV WVGSA (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
32.1% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 34.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.6% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 37 test records from WV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
17%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
22%
2019
Math
22%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
29.6%
ELA
26%
2025
Math
32%
ELA
33%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.

How Cameron High School Compares

See how Cameron High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
70th percentile in WV
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
8.5/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
12
6 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
14.4% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics12sports offered
6 boys'·6 girls'·18 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2012 Blue and Gold Rd, Cameron, WV 26033

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cameron High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. John Marshall High School (rated 7.3/10, 12.4 miles away, in nearby Glen Dale), with a very similar rating. Another option is Hundred High School (rated 6.7/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Hundred), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Gateway Achievement Center (rated 4.1/10, 11.2 miles away, in nearby Moundsville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Cameron, see our Cameron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Cameron Elementary School Cameron 1.6 mi 5.3
Sand Hill Elementary School Dallas 11.6 mi 7.0
Mcninch Primary School Moundsville 10.3 mi 7.8
Hilltop Elementary School Wheeling 12.1 mi 8.5
Sherrard Middle School Wheeling 12.2 mi 8.1
Hundred High School Hundred 12.9 mi 6.7
Long Drain School Metz 13.4 mi 3.6
Gateway Achievement Center Moundsville 11.2 mi 4.1
Central Elementary School Moundsville 11.2 mi 6.1
Moundsville Middle School Moundsville 11.3 mi 6.1
Elm Grove Elementary School Wheeling 13.5 mi 8.0
Middle Creek Elementary School Triadelphia 14.0 mi 8.8
ST VINCENT DE PAUL SCHOOL Wheeling 14.4 mi 7.9
John Marshall High School Glen Dale 12.4 mi 7.3
Bridge Street Middle School Wheeling 14.6 mi 6.8
Glen Dale Elementary School Glen Dale 12.6 mi 5.7
Center McMechen Elementary School Mcmechen 13.4 mi 4.1
OUR LADY OF PEACE SCHOOL Wheeling 14.1 mi 5.4
SIKORA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Wheeling 14.7 mi 4.5
ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Triadelphia 15.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,500

Median Home Value

$152,800

Median Rent

$696/mo

Population

1,806

College Educated

23.3%

Homeownership

77.7%

Avg Commute

30 min

Poverty Rate

14.3%

Median Age

49.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Pocahontas County High School Dunmore, WV 7.6
Magnolia High School New Martinsville, WV 6.8
Meadow Bridge High Meadow Bridge, WV 6.8
Doddridge County High School West Union, WV 8.0
Clay-Battelle High School Blacksville, WV 8.1
Tyler Consolidated High School Sistersville, WV 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cameron High School

What grades does Cameron High School serve?

Cameron High School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Cameron High School?

Cameron High School has an enrollment of approximately 298 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cameron High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cameron High School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cameron High School rank in WV?

Cameron High School ranks #194 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Cameron High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cameron High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Cameron High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cameron High School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Cameron High School a charter school?

No, Cameron High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cameron High School a Title I school?

No, Cameron High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
298
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Marshall County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.6%
4-Year Graduation
90%+

District

MARSHALL COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
4,159
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,263
District Rank
#5 of 13

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