Needs Improvement
#629 of 635 schools in WV
United High School
High School · HARRISON COUNTY SCHOOLS
1040 Wilsonburg Rd, Clarksburg, WV 26301
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
82:1
Score
2.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
164
Student-Teacher
82:1
Score
2.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
West Virginia schools
#629 of 635
In Clarksburg
#8 of 8
public schools
In district
#23 of 23
HARRISON COUNTY SCHOOLS
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About United High School
United High School is a public high school in Clarksburg, WV, part of HARRISON COUNTY SCHOOLS. United High School serves approximately 164 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 82:1 student-teacher ratio. United High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.9 out of 10 and ranks #629 of 635 schools in WV.
Structured state assessment records for United High School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 2.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- WV avg 5.4
What Parents Should Know
At 164 students, United 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 United 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.
United High School runs 82:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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United High School — Students at United High School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Test Scores WV EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 12 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: 6.2/10.
How United High School Compares
See how United 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
1040 Wilsonburg Rd, Clarksburg, WV 26301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering United 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
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about United High School
What grades does United High School serve?
United High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend United High School?
United High School has an enrollment of approximately 164 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at United High School?
The student-teacher ratio at United High School is 82:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does United High School rank in WV?
United High School ranks #629 of 635 schools in WV.
What is United High School's MySchoolScout rating?
United 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 United High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, United High School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is United High School a charter school?
No, United High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is United High School a Title I school?
No, United High School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 164
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 82:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Harrison County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- 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
- #23 of 23
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