For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 520 students in Clay, WV.
The top-ranked public high school in Clay, WV is Clay County High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Clay, WV public high school 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 Clay have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of West Virginia public high schools.
Clay, WV public high school have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the West Virginia average of 92%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Clay County 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 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the West Virginia public high school average of 12% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Clay, WV (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Clay County High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1 Panther Drive
Clay, WV 25043
(304) 587-4226
Clay, WV 25043
(304) 587-4226
Gr: 9-12 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Clay, WV?
The top-ranked public high schools in Clay, WV include Clay County High School.
How many public high schools are located in Clay?
1 public high schools are located in Clay.
What is the racial composition of students in Clay?
Clay public high schools minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the West Virginia public high schools average of 12% (majority Black).
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