PRESTON HIGH SCHOOL

PRESTON HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the Preston County Schools school district, located in KINGWOOD, WV with about 1,196 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 79 teachers, PRESTON HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

PRESTON HIGH SCHOOL, located at 400 Knight Drive in Kingwood, West Virginia, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for Preston County. As the county’s only public high school, it acts as a central hub for the community, bringing together students from across the region to participate in a comprehensive academic environment. The school is known for its sprawling campus and commitment to providing a wide array of educational opportunities, ranging from core academic disciplines to vocational and technical training designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, PRESTON HIGH SCHOOL is deeply integrated into the culture of Kingwood through its active athletics, arts programs, and extracurricular clubs. Known as the home of the "Knights," the school maintains a strong emphasis on fostering school spirit and community engagement. By balancing a traditional curriculum with modern extracurricular offerings, the institution plays a critical role in the development of the youth in Preston County, striving to equip them with the skills and experiences necessary to succeed in their post-graduate endeavors.

For more information, contact PRESTON HIGH SCHOOL at (304) 329-0400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.