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Weir High School

High School · HANCOCK COUNTY SCHOOLS

100 Red Rider Rd, Weirton, WV 26062

Enrollment

570

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

5.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

West Virginia schools

#436 of 635

In Weirton

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

HANCOCK COUNTY SCHOOLS

School environment

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Weir High School

5.4/10

High School in Weirton · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.9/10

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About Weir High School

Weir High School is a public high school in Weirton, WV, part of HANCOCK COUNTY SCHOOLS. Weir High School serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Weir High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #436 of 635 schools in WV.

Structured state assessment records for Weir High School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • WV avg 5.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
College Readiness4.8Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation10.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,820
Chronic Absenteeism17.9%

Weir High School — Students at Weir High School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores WV EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 33.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 46.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 25 test records from WV state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
22%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
32%
2019
Math
32%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
47%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Weir High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in WV
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
19
10 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
10.4% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics19sports offered
10 boys'·9 girls'·19 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

100 Red Rider Rd, Weirton, WV 26062

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Weir High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Steubenville High School (rated 9.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Steubenville), which scores notably higher. Another option is Toronto Jr. / Sr. High School (rated 7.4/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Toronto), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MADONNA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Weirton, see our Weirton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Weir Middle School Weirton 0.1 mi 6.9
ST PAULS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Weirton 0.8 mi 5.6
MADONNA HIGH SCHOOL Weirton 1.4 mi 6.4
ST JOSEPH THE WORKER GRADE SCHOOL Weirton 1.4 mi 6.6
Weirton Elementary Weirton 2.3 mi 8.7
East Garfield Elementary School Steubenville 2.9 mi 9.0
Steubenville High School Steubenville 3.4 mi 9.0
Wells Academy Steubenville 3.4 mi 8.3
Toronto Jr. / Sr. High School Toronto 3.8 mi 7.4
Toronto Elementary School Toronto 3.8 mi 8.0
Karaffa Elementary Toronto 3.8 mi 3.4
Harding Middle School Steubenville 4.0 mi 8.5
McKinley STEM Academy Steubenville 4.2 mi 6.8
Brooke Intermediate School North Follansbee 5.2 mi 9.4
Brooke Primary School North Follansbee 5.6 mi 5.9
Indian Creek Middle School Grades 7 & 8 Mingo Junction 5.6 mi 5.3
Indian Creek Middle School Grades 5 & 6 Mingo Junction 5.6 mi 5.5
Hills Elementary School Mingo Junction 5.7 mi 7.2
Pugliese Elementary West Steubenville 4.9 mi 9.1
BISHOP JOHN KING MUSSIO ELEMENTARY Steubenville 5.0 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 26062 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,027

Median Home Value

$122,800

Median Rent

$747/mo

Population

20,721

College Educated

21.9%

Homeownership

69.4%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Median Age

45.8

Similar Schools

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

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Liberty High School Clarksburg, WV 5.4
Lincoln High School Shinnston, WV 5.4
Poca High School Poca, WV 5.4
Independence High School Sophia, WV 5.3
North Marion High School Farmington, WV 5.6
Shady Spring High Shady Spring, WV 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Weir High School

What grades does Weir High School serve?

Weir High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Weir High School?

Weir High School has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Weir High School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Weir High School rank in WV?

Weir High School ranks #436 of 635 schools in WV.

What is Weir High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Weir High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Weir High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Weir High School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Weir High School a charter school?

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

Is Weir High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Hancock County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.9%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

HANCOCK COUNTY SCHOOLS
District Enrollment
3,382
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,820
District Rank
#7 of 7

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