Montcalm High School, a "school within a school", is located in Montcalm, West Virginia, United States. It is the smallest secondary school in the Mercer County Schools district, and currently has approximately 375 students enrolled in grades 7-12.
Serving 269 students in grades 7-12, Montcalm 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 20-24% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 4% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montcalm High School's student population of 269 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
269 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1931
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
Montcalm 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 Montcalm High School is 0.08, 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
#556 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
White
96%
87%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
91%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: General
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montcalm High School's ranking?
Montcalm High School is ranked #556 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What schools are Montcalm High School often compared to?
Montcalm High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pikeview High School, Bluefield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montcalm High School?
The graduation rate of Montcalm High School is 90%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 91%.
How many students attend Montcalm High School?
269 students attend Montcalm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Montcalm High School students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montcalm High School?
Montcalm High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Montcalm High School offer ?
Montcalm High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Montcalm High School part of?
Montcalm High School is part of Mercer County Schools.
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