For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 570 students in 26062, WV.
The top-ranked public high school in 26062, WV is Weir High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 26062 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the West Virginia public high school average of 21%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 26062, WV have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 26062 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the West Virginia average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Weir High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in West Virginia or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public high school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best 26062, WV Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Weir High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
100 Red Rider Rd
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-7600
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-7600
Gr: 9-12 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
Hancock Co Alternative Learning Center
Alternative School
3549 1/2 Main Street
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 564-3990
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 564-3990
Gr: 6-12
26062, West Virginia Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
189 Circle Drive
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 723-2525
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 723-2525
Gr: PK-4 | 330 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Brooke Hancock Alternative Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1401 Legion Rd
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-7760
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-7760
Gr: PK-12
4215 Wells St
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-7676
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-7676
Gr: K-4 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Legion & Swearingen
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-7760
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-7760
Gr: K-4 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
200 Culler Road
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 723-2818
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 723-2818
Gr: PK-4 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
160 South 12th Street
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-1950
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 748-1950
Gr: PK-4
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 26062, WV?
The top-ranked public high schools in 26062, WV include Weir High School.
How many public high schools are located in 26062?
2 public high schools are located in 26062.
What is the racial composition of students in 26062?
26062 public high schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the West Virginia public high schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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