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Best West Virginia Catholic Private High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 catholic private high schools serving 1,109 students in West Virginia. You can also find more religiously affiliated schools in West Virginia.
The top ranked catholic private high schools in West Virginia include Notre Dame High School, Charleston Catholic High School, and Central Catholic High School.
The average acceptance rate is 63%, which is lower than the West Virginia private high school average acceptance rate of 88%.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 6
  • # Students Served: 1,109

Quick Facts (2026)

  • # Private Schools: 6
  • # Students Served: 1,109

Top Ranked Catholic Private High Schools in West Virginia (2026)

Map of Central Catholic High School
Central Catholic High School
Gr: 9-12 | 271 students
Catholic
75 14th St
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 233-1660
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Map of Charleston Catholic High School
Charleston Catholic High School
Gr: 6-12 | 377 students
Catholic
1033 Virginia St E
Charleston, WV 25301
(304) 342-8415
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Map of Notre Dame High School
Notre Dame High School
Gr: 7-12 | 175 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Catholic
127 E Pike St
Clarksburg, WV 26301
(304) 623-1026
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Map of Madonna High School
Madonna High School
Gr: 9-12 | 113 students
Catholic
150 Michael Way
Weirton, WV 26062
(304) 723-0545
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Parkersburg Catholic High School Photo
Parkersburg Catholic High School
Gr: 7-12 | 82 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 13
Catholic
3201 Fairview Ave
Parkersburg, WV 26104
(304) 485-6341
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Map of St. Joseph Catholic High School
St. Joseph Catholic High School
Gr: 9-12 | 91 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 10 | Extracurriculars: 17
Catholic
600 13th Street
Huntington, WV 25701
(304) 525-5096
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked catholic private high schools in West Virginia?
The top ranked catholic private high schools in West Virginia include Notre Dame High School, Charleston Catholic High School, and Central Catholic High School.
How many catholic private high schools are located in West Virginia?
6 catholic private high schools are located in West Virginia.
How diverse are catholic private high schools in West Virginia?
West Virginia catholic private high schools are approximately 7% minority students, which is lower than the West Virginia private school average of 9%.
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Private Schools
1,109
Students
$12,176
Avg. Tuition
7%
Students of Color
9:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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