West Virginia Education Statistics (2024)
Degree attainment and educational level analysis for West Virginia
West Virginia Educational Indicators (2024)
HS Grad or Higher
89.3%
Bachelor's Degree+
24.1%
Graduate Degree
9.7%
Population 25+
1,266,322
West Virginia Educational Level Distribution
West Virginia Detailed Attainment Breakdown
| Level of Education | Percentage | Count |
|---|---|---|
Less than High School | 10.7% | 135,244 |
High School Graduate | 39.3% | 497,364 |
Some College / Associate's | 25.9% | 328,118 |
Bachelor's Degree | 14.4% | 182,843 |
Graduate Degree | 9.7% | 122,753 |
West Virginia Higher Education Trends (2010–2024)
Education Statistics FAQs for West Virginia
Approximately 24.1% of adults in West Virginia hold a Bachelor's degree or higher.
Since 2010, the percentage of residents with a college degree in West Virginia has increased by 6.9 percentage points, indicating a growing workforce.