Calhoun County Middle/High School is a coeducational public school serving grades 5–12 in Mount Zion, West Virginia. In addition to the Middle/High School there are two elementary schools. The elementary schools are located at Arnoldsburg and Pleasant Hill.
Serving 498 students in grades 5-12, Calhoun Middle/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 25% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calhoun Middle/high School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in West Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Calhoun Middle/high School's student population of 498 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
498 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1998
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Motto
Improving Lives Through Learning
School Rankings
Calhoun Middle/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 Calhoun Middle/high School is 0.06, 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
#459 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
1%
3%
Black
1%
4%
White
97%
87%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
91%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Devil
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calhoun Middle/high School's ranking?
Calhoun Middle/high School is ranked #459 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Calhoun Middle/high School?
The graduation rate of Calhoun Middle/high School is 85-89%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Calhoun Middle/high School?
498 students attend Calhoun Middle/high School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Calhoun Middle/high School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calhoun Middle/high School?
Calhoun Middle/high School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Calhoun Middle/high School offer ?
Calhoun Middle/high School offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Calhoun Middle/high School part of?
Calhoun Middle/high School is part of Calhoun County Schools.
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