Needs Improvement
#628 of 635 schools in WV
Evolution High School
High School · HARRISON COUNTY SCHOOLS
1349 Shinnston Pike, Clarksburg, WV 26301
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
1.9:1
Score
2.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
30
Student-Teacher
1.9:1
Score
2.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
West Virginia schools
#628 of 635
In Clarksburg
#7 of 8
public schools
In district
#22 of 23
HARRISON COUNTY SCHOOLS
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About Evolution High School
Evolution High School is a public high school in Clarksburg, WV, part of HARRISON COUNTY SCHOOLS. Evolution High School serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 1.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Evolution High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #628 of 635 schools in WV.
Structured state assessment records for Evolution High School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2017) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2017 EdFacts).
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- WV avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
At 30 students, Evolution High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Evolution 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 1.9:1 students to teachers, Evolution High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Evolution High School — Students at Evolution High School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Test Scores WV EDFACTS (2016-17)
Based on 3 test records from WV state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.
How Evolution High School Compares
See how Evolution High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1349 Shinnston Pike, Clarksburg, WV 26301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Evolution High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. South Harrison High School (rated 6.2/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Lost Creek), which scores notably higher. Another option is Robert C Byrd High School (rated 5.8/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Liberty High School (rated 5.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clarksburg, see our Clarksburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 26301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,773
Median Home Value
$123,500
Median Rent
$772/mo
Population
29,025
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
19.3%
Median Age
40.8
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| Gateway Achievement Center Moundsville, WV | 4.1 |
| Randolph County Alternative Center Elkins, WV | — |
| The Achievement Center Lewisburg, WV | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Evolution High School
What grades does Evolution High School serve?
Evolution High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Evolution High School?
Evolution High School has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Evolution High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Evolution High School is 1.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Evolution High School rank in WV?
Evolution High School ranks #628 of 635 schools in WV.
What is Evolution High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Evolution High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 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 Evolution High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Evolution High School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2017) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (2017 EdFacts).
Is Evolution High School a charter school?
No, Evolution High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Evolution High School a Title I school?
No, Evolution High School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 30
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 1.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Harrison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 86.7%
- Phone
- (304) 326-7560
Resources & Links
District
HARRISON COUNTY SCHOOLS- District Enrollment
- 9,724
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,396
- District Rank
- #22 of 23
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