Below Average
#506 of 635 schools in WV
Elkins High School
High School · RANDOLPH COUNTY SCHOOLS
100 Kennedy Dr, Elkins, WV 26241
Enrollment
740
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
740
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
4.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
West Virginia schools
#506 of 635
In Elkins
#5 of 6
public schools
In district
#8 of 11
RANDOLPH COUNTY SCHOOLS
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About Elkins High School
Elkins High School is a public high school in Elkins, WV, part of RANDOLPH COUNTY SCHOOLS. Elkins High School serves approximately 740 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Elkins High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #506 of 635 schools in WV.
Structured state assessment records for Elkins High School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- WV avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Elkins High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Elkins High School — Students at Elkins High School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Test Scores WV EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 25 test records from WV state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.0/10.
How Elkins High School Compares
See how Elkins High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
100 Kennedy Dr, Elkins, WV 26241
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elkins High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Philip Barbour High School Complex (rated 5.2/10, 16.8 miles away, in nearby Philippi), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Tygarts Valley Middle/High School (rated 5.0/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Mill Creek), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Elkins, see our Elkins schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Midland Elementary School Elkins | 0.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ELKINS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Elkins | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Jennings Randolph Elementary School Elkins | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Randolph County Alternative Center Elkins | 1.8 mi | — |
| GOOD SHEPHERD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Elkins | 2.4 mi | — |
| Elkins Middle School Elkins | 2.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Elkins Third Ward Elementary School Elkins | 3.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Beverly Elementary School Beverly | 3.5 mi | 3.4 |
| TYGART VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Beverly | 3.5 mi | 3.1 |
| North Elementary School Elkins | 3.7 mi | 7.2 |
| HIGHLAND ADVENTIST SCHOOL Elkins | 4.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Coalton Elementary School Coalton | 6.2 mi | 2.8 |
| Junior Elementary Junior | 8.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Belington Elementary Belington | 10.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Belington Middle School Belington | 10.6 mi | 6.4 |
| George Ward Elementary School Mill Creek | 12.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Tygarts Valley Middle/High School Mill Creek | 13.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Philip Barbour High School Complex Philippi | 16.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Tucker Valley Elementary Middle School Hambleton | 17.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Union Elementary School Buckhannon | 17.7 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 26241 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,102
Median Home Value
$143,100
Median Rent
$831/mo
Population
14,221
College Educated
23.2%
Homeownership
71.4%
Avg Commute
14.8 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
44.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grafton High School Grafton, WV | 4.9 |
| Herbert Hoover High School Elkview, WV | 4.9 |
| Mingo Central Comprehensive High School Delbarton, WV | 4.9 |
| Braxton County High School Sutton, WV | 5.0 |
| Brooke High School Wellsburg, WV | 5.0 |
| Greenbrier East High School Lewisburg, WV | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elkins High School
What grades does Elkins High School serve?
Elkins High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Elkins High School?
Elkins High School has an enrollment of approximately 740 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elkins High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Elkins High School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elkins High School rank in WV?
Elkins High School ranks #506 of 635 schools in WV.
What is Elkins High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Elkins High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Elkins High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elkins High School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Elkins High School a charter school?
No, Elkins High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elkins High School a Title I school?
No, Elkins High School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 740
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Randolph County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.9%
- Phone
- (304) 636-9170
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
RANDOLPH COUNTY SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 3,534
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,936
- District Rank
- #8 of 11
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