For the 2026-27 school year, there are 1 college-prep and junior boarding schools serving 447 students located throughout West Virginia.
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Historical Statistics Overview
This State (WV)
US
# Schools
1 Schools
271 Schools
# Students
447 Students
107,111 Students
Academics and Faculty
This State (WV)
US
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
8:1
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
72%
69%
Academic Programs
This State (WV)
US
Avg. AP Courses
11
22
Avg. IB Courses
n/a
28
Avg. Class Size
12
13
Academic Performance
This State (WV)
US
Avg. SAT Score
1270
1270
Avg. ACT Score
27
27
Avg. Acceptance Rate
65%
59%
Tuition and Finances
This State (WV)
US
Avg. Tuition (Boarding)
$40,740
$64,480
Avg. Tuition (Day)
$17,850
$38,054
Avg. Tuition (International)
n/a
$62,481
Avg. Financial Aid Rate
62%
42%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$21,700
$26,973
Avg. Endowment
$28 MM
$83 MM
Student Diversity
This State (WV)
US
% Students of Color
18%
30%
% International Students
15%
27%
% Boarding Students
25%
59%
Top West Virginia Boarding Schools (2026-27)
School
Location
Quick Facts
60 Knox Lane
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 233-1436
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 233-1436
Gr: 7-12 | 5-12 (day) | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Avg. class size: 12 students Acceptance rate: 65% Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
How many boarding schools are located in West Virginia?
There is 1 college-preparatory boarding schools located in West Virginia.
What is the oldest boarding school in West Virginia?
The Linsly School, founded in 1814, is the oldest boarding school in West Virginia.
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