In 1965, Lost Creek High School and West Milford's Unidis High School were consolidated to create South Harrison High School. This new school was a grade 7-12 facility.
Serving 365 students in grades 9-12, South Harrison High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Harrison High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Harrison High School's student population of 365 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
365 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Motto
Where all are Leaders and all are Learners!
School Rankings
South Harrison High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Harrison High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#423 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
3%
White
94%
87%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
91%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Grimace
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Harrison High School's ranking?
South Harrison High School is ranked #423 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are South Harrison High School often compared to?
South Harrison High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert C Byrd High School, Bridgeport High School, South Charleston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Harrison High School?
The graduation rate of South Harrison High School is 95%, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend South Harrison High School?
365 students attend South Harrison High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of South Harrison High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Harrison High School?
South Harrison High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Harrison High School offer ?
South Harrison High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Harrison High School part of?
South Harrison High School is part of Harrison County Schools.
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